WONDER #1296: Why Do People Still Smoke Cigarettes?

Question 1 of 3

Which substance in cigarette tobacco is responsible for its addictive qualities?

  1. tar
  2. carcinogens
  3. nicotine
  4. caffeine

Question 2 of 3

People have a hard time quitting smoking because of what?

  1. addiction
  2. laziness
  3. regulations
  4. laws

Question 3 of 3

Which of the following diseases has NOT been linked to smoking?

  1. cancer
  2. emphysema
  3. heart disease
  4. hepatitis

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