What was the traditional belief about why people yawn?

Yawning: Contagion and Science

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Biology
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4th - 5th Grade
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Emma Peterson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Due to sleepiness or lack of oxygen
As a form of communication
To cool the brain
To express boredom
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to current scientific understanding, what is the primary reason for yawning?
To increase alertness
To signal tiredness
To cool down the brain
To improve lung capacity
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following animals is mentioned as also yawning?
Birds
Insects
Fish
Reptiles
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Is yawning contagious among humans and animals?
No, it is not contagious
Yes, but only among humans
Yes, both humans and some animals can catch yawns
Only animals can catch yawns
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the video suggest you do to test the contagious nature of yawning?
Record yourself yawning
Yawn in front of your pet
Share the video with a friend
Try yawning in front of a mirror
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