Why Do I Feel Sick in the Car?

Why Do I Feel Sick in the Car?

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Science, Social Studies

1st - 6th Grade

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The video explains motion sickness, a condition where conflicting signals from the eyes and inner ear cause discomfort, such as nausea and dizziness. It describes how the inner ear detects motion and why some people experience motion sickness. The video offers tips to alleviate symptoms, like eating a light meal and looking at the horizon during travel.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common symptom of motion sickness?

Feeling sleepy

Feeling hungry

Feeling nauseous

Feeling energetic

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do some people experience motion sickness while others do not?

It is due to the time of day

It is caused by the weather

It is related to age and individual sensitivity

It depends on the type of vehicle

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What causes the brain to receive mixed signals during motion sickness?

The color of the car

The type of road

Conflicting messages from the eyes and inner ears

The car's speed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can looking at the horizon help with motion sickness?

It distracts the mind

It aligns visual and inner ear signals

It makes the trip more exciting

It helps you fall asleep

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a recommended activity to avoid while in a moving car to prevent motion sickness?

Listening to music

Reading a book

Eating snacks

Talking to a friend