Understanding Coughs

Understanding Coughs

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason Sum decided to hold in his cough during class?

He wanted to avoid drawing attention.

He believed it was a form of exercise.

He was trying to impress his classmates.

He thought it would make him feel better.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of coughing according to the video?

To clear the airways of irritants.

To improve lung capacity.

To entertain others.

To help with digestion.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of coughing mentioned in the video?

Common cold

Excessive exercise

Allergies

Flu

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens first when the brain activates the cough response?

The epiglottis opens.

The rib muscles relax.

A large volume of air is inhaled.

The windpipe is closed.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does coughing tend to worsen at night?

Gravity causes mucus to accumulate in the throat.

The brain suppresses the cough reflex more at night.

The body is more active at night.

The air is cooler at night.