Sneezing Myths and Facts Quiz

What is the common myth about sneezing with your eyes open?

• Your eyes will pop out.

• You will sneeze more loudly.

• You will stop sneezing.

• Your nose will bleed.

Why do our eyes close when we sneeze?

• To help us sneeze more forcefully.

• To prevent irritants from entering our eyes.

• To make the sneeze quieter.

• To stop the sneeze altogether.

What is one possible reason experts believe our eyes close during a sneeze?

• To reduce the noise of the sneeze.

• To increase the speed of the sneeze.

• To protect our eyes from irritants.

• To make the sneeze more effective.

Which muscles are involved in the sneezing process?

• Only the throat muscles.

• Muscles in the abs, chest, and throat.

• Only the eye muscles.

• Only the nose muscles.

How fast can a sneeze travel according to experts?

• 100 miles per hour

• 10 miles per hour

• 150 miles per hour

• 50 miles per hour