Body Story - Allergies

What is unique about the human brain at birth?

• It is fully developed.

• It has all the necessary connections.

• It is half the size of an adult brain.

• It is unformed and shaped by experience.

How many brain cells does a newborn's cerebral cortex contain?

• 1 trillion

• 10 billion

• 50 billion

• 100 million

What is the primary function of Robert's primitive brain at birth?

• Learning complex skills

• Facilitating conscious thought

• Controlling voluntary movements

• Keeping him alive through automatic survival mechanisms

How does Robert's mother's body protect him against disease?

• By producing tailored antibodies in her milk

• By passing antibodies with her kisses

• Through the umbilical cord

• By generating heat

What triggers the growth of Robert's brain connections?

• Physical exercise

• Eating nutritious food

• Exposure to strong, regular patterns

• Listening to music

What is the role of glial cells in Robert's brain development?

• They remove unnecessary brain cells.

• They generate new brain cells.

• They form the connections between brain cells.

• They insulate the strongest connections with a layer of fat.

Why do some people develop allergies?

• Because of a high intake of antibiotics

• Due to underexposure to dirt and disease in childhood

• Because of genetic predisposition

• Due to overexposure to allergens in childhood

What triggers Phoebe's extreme allergic reaction?

• Contact with dog hair

• Eating shark meat

• A wasp sting

• Exposure to sunlight

What is the immediate treatment given to Phoebe for her anaphylactic shock?

• A high dose of adrenaline

• Antihistamines

• Corticosteroids

• Antibiotics

What does Phoebe have to carry with her for the rest of her life due to her allergy?

• An EpiPen

• A rabbit's foot for luck

• A special diet plan

• A UV protection cream