WONDER #1529: Why Do Cats Purr?

Question 1 of 3

A cat’s purr could be compared to a human’s what?

1. sigh
2. smile
3. tongue
4. hair

Question 2 of 3

A purring sound combined with a pleading cry or meow can signal what?

1. hunger
2. boredom
3. tiredness
4. fatigue

Question 3 of 3

Which of the following is NOT involved in creating a purring sound?

1. neural oscillator
2. voice box muscles
3. glottis
4. tail

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