I WONDER - Why Is Ireland Famous For Red Hair?

I WONDER - Why Is Ireland Famous For Red Hair?

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Biology, Geography, Social Studies

6th - 7th Grade

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The video discusses stereotypes about Ireland, particularly the association with ginger hair. It reveals that Scotland has a higher percentage of people with ginger hair (13%) compared to Ireland (10%), based on DNA studies. This is significant as globally, less than 1% of the population has ginger hair.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a common stereotype about Ireland?

Dislike for ginger hair

Fondness for the color green

Preference for spicy food

Love for the color blue

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the Scottish population is reported to have ginger hair?

5%

13%

10%

20%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to genetic studies, which country has a higher percentage of people with ginger hair?

Wales

Ireland

England

Scotland

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the percentage of people with ginger hair in Ireland?

15%

8%

12%

10%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the prevalence of ginger hair in Ireland and Scotland compare to most places in the world?

It is more common in Ireland and Scotland

It is less common in Ireland and Scotland

It is not found in Ireland and Scotland

It is equally common everywhere