Multiple choice general knowledge

Stinging insects can cause allergic reactions so severe, they kill this many Americans every year:

  1. 30

  2. 150

  3. 500

  4. 1000

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

According to CDC and allergy organization data, approximately 100-150 Americans die annually from anaphylactic reactions to stinging insect venom (bees, wasps, hornets, fire ants). The 150 figure represents the upper end of documented fatalities from these severe allergic reactions. Lower numbers underestimate the actual public health impact, while higher numbers are unsubstantiated.