The Mother of a Newborn Contracted the Rubella Virus During

Multiple Choice

The mother of a newborn contracted the rubella virus during the first three months of her pregnancy. In about half of such cases, the fetus is also infected, resulting in a variety of problems. Which of the following are the most likely consequences of this infection?

A) brain damage, liver damage, and tics
B) congenital heart disease, deafness, and mental retardation
C) anomalies of the face and limbs, blindness, and learning disabilities
D) breathing difficulties, delayed language development, and slowed motor movement