Hiccups Worksheet

What is a hiccup?

• A cough

• A sneeze

• A sudden tightening of the diaphragm

• A laugh

Where does a hiccup start?

• In the stomach

• In the diaphragm

• In the throat

• In the lungs

What sound does a hiccup make?

• Cough

• Sneeze

• Hic

• Laugh

What can cause hiccups?

• Eating too much

• Drinking too quickly

• Sudden temperature changes

• All of the above

What is one common method to stop hiccups?

• Holding your breath

• Jumping up and down

• Eating spicy food

• Singing loudly

What strange method might people use to cure hiccups?

• Drinking water upside down

• Running in circles

• Eating ice cream

• Whispering

What do some people believe can scare away hiccups?

• Loud noises

• Getting startled

• Watching TV

• Reading a book

What kitchen ingredient is commonly used to cure hiccups?

• Salt

• Sugar

• Pepper

• Flour

What did Mallory Kievman invent to cure hiccups?

• A special drink

• A lollipop

• A candy bar

• A cookie

What ingredients did Mallory use in her lollipop?

• Water, sugar, and apple-cider vinegar

• Water, honey, and lemon juice

• Water, salt, and pepper

• Water, chocolate, and milk