Understanding the Funny Bone and Nervous System | Grade 2

What did you feel in your arm when you hit your elbow?

• A dull ache in the shoulder

• A tingly pain down the arm to the fingers

• A sharp pain in the knee

• A burning sensation in the hand

Why does your funny bone hurt more than other body parts when bumped?

• It is covered by a thick layer of skin

• It is a nerve, not a bone

• It is located near the heart

• It is surrounded by muscles

How do nerves help our body work?

• To store energy

• To transport blood

• To carry messages between the body and brain

• To support bones

How does your nervous system keep you safe from harm?

• By making us stronger

• By alerting the brain to potential dangers like hot soup

• By slowing down our movements

• By increasing our pain tolerance

Which nerve (special cord that carries signals) goes from your neck to your hand?

• Ulnar nerve

• Sciatic nerve

• Radial nerve

• Median nerve

What happens when you bump your funny bone (nerve in your elbow)?

• The nerve is not connected to the brain

• The nerve is protected by muscles

• The bone is fractured

• The nerve is directly connected to the fingers

What should you do when you bump your funny bone (elbow nerve)?

• Tell a grown-up just in case

• Rub the area vigorously

• Ignore it completely

• Apply ice immediately

Why do people call it the funny bone?

• It is located near the humorous muscle

• It is named after a famous comedian

• It is close to the humerus bone, which sounds like 'humorous'

• It was discovered by a scientist named Funny

Why do people call it the 'funny bone' when they bump it?

• It makes people laugh when hit

• It feels strange or weird when hit

• It is shaped like a smile

• It is a common joke among doctors

What did we learn about the funny bone in the video?

• The funny bone is a muscle

• The funny bone is located in the foot

• The pain from hitting the funny bone is permanent

• Understanding why it hurts can help manage the pain