Factors Influencing Cold Susceptibility

Factors Influencing Cold Susceptibility

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Health

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the common occurrence of September colds and explores why some people are more susceptible to catching colds than others. It highlights research linking environmental factors, such as smoke and pollution, to increased cold susceptibility. The video also examines how the body's multitasking cells struggle to combat both environmental irritants and cold viruses. Personal anecdotes and theories about catching colds are shared, emphasizing the impact of wildfires and pollution on cold incidence.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What time of year is associated with an increase in colds according to the video?

December

September

March

January

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor is discussed as influencing why some people catch colds more easily?

Sleep

Exercise

Environment

Diet

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do nasal cells respond to viruses according to the video?

They become inflamed

They produce antibodies

They increase mucus production

They stop the virus from entering further

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental factor is mentioned as affecting the ability of nasal cells to fight viruses?

Wind

Humidity

Temperature

Pollution

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states are mentioned as being more affected by wildfires?

California and Utah

Nevada and Oregon

Texas and Florida

New York and Illinois

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What anecdotal evidence is provided about the impact of wildfires on colds?

Increased hospital visits

More people buying cold medicine

Higher rates of colds reported

No significant impact observed

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the narrator catch a cold, as mentioned in the video?

At a concert

At a school

At a State Fair

At a park

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