Exploring the World of Allergies

What can ruin a perfect day according to the video?

• Heavy rain

• Losing a game

• Allergies

• A surprise test

What are allergies?

• A type of cold

• Reactions to harmless substances

• A skin condition

• A form of virus

What does the immune system do when it detects an allergen?

• It attacks it

• It ignores it

• It becomes weaker

• It strengthens it

What triggers allergy symptoms?

• Eating too much

• Drinking water

• Listening to loud music

• Release of chemicals like histamine

How does the immune system react to harmless substances in allergic individuals?

• By producing extra cells

• By creating new antibodies

• By going to sleep

• By attacking them

What is the role of histamine in allergies?

• It causes allergy symptoms

• It helps you sleep

• It cures the allergy

• It makes you stronger

Why are some people allergic to certain things?

• Because of the weather

• Due to eating too much candy

• Lack of exercise

• Exposure to allergens during childhood

What environmental condition can increase the risk of developing allergies?

• Extremely cold temperatures

• Noisy environments

• Extremely hygienic environments

• Polluted air

Why is exposure to allergens as a baby important?

• It improves sleep

• It has no effect

• It makes allergies worse

• It helps build immunity

Can allergies be hereditary?

• Only in winter

• Yes, but not always

• No, never

• Yes, always