WONDER #1802: Do You Have an Itch To Scratch?

Question 1 of 3

Itching is also known by what scientific name?

  1. pruritus
  2. itchitus
  3. ichthus
  4. sensititus

Question 2 of 3

Which of the following is NOT an external stimulus likely to cause an itch?

  1. bugs
  2. dust
  3. hair
  4. sound

Question 3 of 3

Scratching soothes itches because it produces a small amount of what?

  1. lotion
  2. skin
  3. pain
  4. pleasure

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