WONDER #1354: Why Do We Get Fevers?

Question 1 of 3

What is the normal human body temperature?

1. 98.6º F
2. 95º F
3. 100º F
4. 102º F

Question 2 of 3

<p class=\"FreeForm\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Century Gothic\',\'sans-serif\';\">Which part of the brain acts as the body’s thermostat?</span></p>

1. cerebral cortex
2. hypothalamus
3. hypothermal cortex
4. pituitary gland

Question 3 of 3

Which of the following can cause an infection that might lead to a fever?

1. bacteria
2. shivering
3. both (A) and (B)
4. neither (A) nor (B)

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