Listen Up: Discover why your pillow case could be dirtier than a toilet seat
Questions
1. How many more bacteria did the study mentioned in the podcast find on a week-old pillowcase compared to a toilet seat?
A. 170 times
B. 1,170 times
C. 7,100 times
D. 17,000 times
2. What do dust mites eat?
A. dirt
B. skin cells
C. mould
D. hair
3. Which of the following can replace 'for good' in the podcast?
A. forever
B. later
C. never
D. shortly
4. What common mistake do people make when washing bedsheets, as discussed in the podcast?
A. using too much soap
B. putting too many things in the machine
C. not using enough water
D. putting coloured sheets with non-coloured ones
5. What could happen if you use high heat to dry your sheets?
A. They can expand.
B. They can become dull.
C. They can get smaller.
D. none of the above
6. If you 'stick with' a way of doing something, you …
A. do it sometimes.
B. do it all the time.
C. do it only once.
D. avoid doing it.
7. What does the podcast suggest wearing to bed to sleep?
A. pyjamas
B. sportswear
C. tight clothes
D. nothing
8. What is an example of a breathable fabric, according to the podcast?
A. silk
B. fleece
C. linen
D. bamboo
9. Why is it a good idea to take a shower before going to bed?
A. It cools you down more quickly if your bedsheets are warm.
B. It minimises the wrinkles and smells on the bedsheets.
C. It keeps your body's oil and sweat away from the bedsheets
D. none of the above
10. According to the podcast, what are the best materials for bedding?
A. Those that do not trap dust.
B. Those that do not absorb sweat.
C. Those that are natural and strong.
D. Those that are easy to iron.
11. Complete the summary using information from the podcast. (5 marks)
It is important to change and wash your (i) ______ and pillow covers at least (ii) ______ time every week. If you sweat a lot or have allergies, it is advised to do this every three or four (iii) ______. (iv) ______ should be changed at least every two years, or when they start to lose their shape. Duvets and comforters need to be replaced every five to 10 (v) ______, depending on how good they are and how much you use them.
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