The Science of Sneezing Quiz

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Discover the amazing science of sneezing in this quiz! Learn how nerves, reflexes, and speed work together, and explore interesting cultural beliefs about sneezing in this 10-question quiz.

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What is the largest cranial nerve in the human body?

  • Optic nerve
  • Vagus nerve
  • Trigeminal nerve
  • Facial nerve

What is the main function of sneezing?

  • To clear out your lungs
  • To regulate your body temperature
  • To get rid of irritants in your nose
  • To let everyone know you’re sick

What else can make you sneeze besides irritants?

  • A full stomach
  • Bright light
  • Cold air
  • All of the above

What is the estimated speed of a sneeze?

  • 10 mph
  • 30 mph
  • 60 mph
  • 100 mph

How many droplets can a single sneeze produce?

  • 200
  • 2,000
  • 20,000
  • 40,000

What is it called when someone sneezes due to bright light?

  • Photosneeze reflex
  • Photic sneeze reflex
  • Photosensitive sneeze reflex
  • Photosynthesis sneeze reflex

What is the oldest surviving motion picture with a copyright?

  • Roundhay Garden Scene
  • The Horse in Motion
  • Fred Ott’s Sneeze
  • Sally Gardner at a Gallop

What physical phenomenon occurs during a sneeze due to airflow through a narrower space?

  • Synergy
  • Venturi effect
  • Osmosis
  • Symbiosis

Why is it dangerous to hold back a sneeze?

  • It can cause a headache
  • It can raise your blood pressure
  • It can damage your eardrums
  • All of the above

What is a common superstition about sneezing in some East Asian cultures?

  • A sneeze means someone is thinking about you
  • Sneezing before starting something new is bad luck
  • Sneezing during a conversation means the person is telling the truth
  • All of the above
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The Science of Sneezing Quiz