The Bear and the Hare - The Truth

The video discusses a heartwarming Christmas advert by John Lewis featuring a bear and a hare. It explores the curiosity about waking a hibernating bear and delves into a scientific study on bear hibernation. The study reveals that bears are super hibernators with significant metabolic changes but can still defend themselves if disturbed. The video explains how bears survive winter without eating or drinking, using stored fat and recycling waste. It concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage in the comments.

What is the main theme of the John Lewis Christmas advert discussed in the video?

• A bear and a hare celebrating Christmas together

• A family gathering during Christmas

• A Christmas tree lighting ceremony

• A snowman coming to life

What did Timothy Lusk's study reveal about bears during hibernation?

• Bears completely shut down their bodily functions

• Bears remain alert and can defend themselves if disturbed

• Bears increase their heart rate to stay warm

• Bears lose all their muscle mass

How do bears manage their waste during hibernation?

• Their waste is recycled into proteins

• They use a special area in their den

• They do not produce any waste

• They leave their den to relieve themselves

What is a potential danger for the hare when waking the bear?

• The bear might eat the hare

• The bear might ignore the hare

• The bear might fall back asleep

• The bear might run away

What humorous gift suggestion is made for the bear?

• A Christmas tree

• A juicy salmon

• A warm blanket

• A new alarm clock