Take the Mold Allergy Quiz

Molds are microscopic fungi that live on plant and animal matter. They're everywhere in our environment. Learn about mold allergy by taking this multiple-choice quiz.

1. How many species of mold exist?

A. 10,000B. 50,000C. 100,000D. No one knows

2. People sensitive to molds are allergic to what part of the mold organism?

A. Flower petalsB. Pollen grainsC. SporesD. Seeds

3. Molds in the home are often found:

A. In the showerB. In the bedroomC. In the basementD. A and C

4. How do mold spores get into a house?

5. "Black mold," which is associated with flood-damaged areas, is identified with what specific mold?

A. PenicilliumB. Stachybotrys chartarumC. AspergillusD. None of the above

6. If you think you have mold in your house, how should you test for it?

A. Hire a professional to examine the moldB. Buy a testing kit and do it yourselfC. Don't bother with testing; just clean up the moldD. None of the above

7. How can you tell if you have a mold problem?

A. You can see the moldB. You can smell the moldC. Those in your family sensitive to mold spores react with symptomsD. All of the above

8. If you are sensitive to mold spores, which of these steps should you take in your home?

A. Keep the humidity level in the house above 80 percentB. Don't use an air conditioner or dehumidifierC. Don't put carpeting in bathrooms or basementsD. Paint over moldy areas to hide themE. All of the above

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