Answer the following question given this paragraph: 

Meningitis is an infection of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. If you have meningitis, you are likely to have a fever and a headache. Another telltale symptom is a stiff neck. Meningitis can be caused by viruses or bacteria. Viral meningitis often clears up on its own after a few days. Bacterial meningitis is much more serious ( Figure below ). It may cause brain damage and death. People with bacterial meningitis need emergency medical treatment. They are usually given antibiotics to kill the bacteria.


Q: Meningitis is an infection of the membranes that cover the brain and what else?

 Choices:

- umbilical cord

- notochord

- liver

- spinal cord

A:
spinal cord
