Which Hand Is Stronger? Biology for Kids

Which Hand Is Stronger? Biology for Kids

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Interactive Video

Life Skills

3rd - 5th Grade

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The video explores the concept of handedness, discussing how most people are right-handed, while some are left-handed or ambidextrous. It explains the brain's role in controlling handedness, with the left side of the brain managing the right hand and vice versa. The video also touches on genetic factors that may influence handedness and encourages viewers to explore handedness within their families. It highlights that while most people are right-handed, left-handed and ambidextrous individuals are equally skilled, and the reasons behind handedness are still being researched.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term used to describe the preference for using one hand over the other for tasks like writing and drawing?

Handedness

Dexterity

Ambidexterity

Bilateralism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which side of the brain is responsible for controlling the right hand?

Right side

Left side

Both sides equally

Neither side

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do scientists believe most people are right-handed?

Because the right side of the brain is more developed

Due to cultural influences

Because the left side of the brain controls both speech and fine motor skills

Because of environmental factors

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one theory about how handedness might be inherited?

It is determined by the environment

It is a random occurrence

It is influenced by the handedness of parents

It is decided by the dominant eye

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity does the narrator suggest to explore handedness in your family?

Drawing with both hands simultaneously

Throwing a ball with both hands

Painting with both hands

Writing with both left and right hands