How Much Do You Know About Twins?
Expecting twins or already have them? Take this fun quiz to see how much your really know about twins!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which is the correct term for Identical Twins?
- A.
Dizygotic
- B.
Monozygotic
- C.
Monochorionic
- D.
Polyzygotic
- E.
Monoamniotic
Correct Answer
B. MonozygoticExplanation
Monozygotic twins are also known as identical twins. This term refers to twins that develop from a single fertilized egg that splits into two embryos. Monozygotic twins share the same genetic material and are often very similar in appearance. This is in contrast to dizygotic twins, also known as fraternal twins, which develop from two separate eggs fertilized by two different sperm.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of the following is said to increase your chance of having twins?
- A.
Pumpkins
- B.
Eggplants
- C.
Melons
- D.
Yams
- E.
Pineapples
Correct Answer
D. YamsExplanation
Yams are said to increase the chances of having twins. This is because yams are rich in a type of hormone called phytoestrogen, which is believed to stimulate the ovaries and increase the likelihood of releasing multiple eggs during ovulation. This can potentially result in the conception of twins.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Identical twins are always the same gender.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Identical twins are always the same gender because they are formed from a single fertilized egg that splits into two embryos. This means that they have the same genetic makeup, including their sex chromosomes. Therefore, both twins will have the same gender, either male or female.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Elvis Presley had a twin brother.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Elvis Presley did indeed have a twin brother named Jesse Garon Presley. However, Jesse was stillborn, which means he did not survive childbirth. This tragic event occurred on January 8, 1935, just 35 minutes before Elvis himself was born. Despite Jesse's untimely passing, Elvis often spoke about his twin brother and felt a deep connection to him throughout his life.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Conjoined twins are always the same gender.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Conjoined twins are always the same gender because they develop from a single fertilized egg that splits into two embryos. Since the embryos have the same genetic makeup, they will have the same gender. This is because gender is determined by the presence of either two X chromosomes (female) or one X and one Y chromosome (male). Therefore, both conjoined twins will have either two X chromosomes or one X and one Y chromosome, resulting in them being the same gender.Rate this question:
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- 6.
All twins are born via a cesarean section?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "All twins are born via a cesarean section" is not true. Twins can be born via vaginal delivery as well. The method of delivery depends on various factors such as the position of the babies, the health of the mother and babies, and the recommendations of the healthcare provider.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which of the following is FALSE?
- A.
Fraternal twins run in families
- B.
Twins can sometimes have different birthdays
- C.
Identical twins always share the same placenta
- D.
Cleopatra had twins
Correct Answer
C. Identical twins always share the same placentaExplanation
Identical twins always share the same placenta. This statement is false because although most identical twins do share the same placenta, it is possible for them to have separate placentas. This occurs when the fertilized egg splits early in development and each twin develops its own placenta. Therefore, it is not always the case that identical twins share the same placenta.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When it comes to who is more likely to conceive twins, which statement is NOT true?
- A.
A women under 30 is more likely to have twins
- B.
Women from Nigeria are more likely to conceive twins
- C.
Your chance of twins increases if twins are in the family
- D.
Taller women have a high chance of twins
- E.
You have had twins already
Correct Answer
A. A women under 30 is more likely to have twinsExplanation
While it is true that women under 30 have a higher chance of conceiving twins compared to older women, it is not accurate to say that they are "more likely" to have twins. The likelihood of conceiving twins increases with age, and peaks in the late 30s and early 40s. Therefore, the statement that women under 30 are more likely to have twins is not true.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The most common type of twinning is fraternal boy/girl pairs.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Fraternal boy/girl pairs are indeed the most common type of twinning. Fraternal twins, also known as dizygotic twins, occur when two separate eggs are fertilized by two different sperm. This can result in twins of different genders, hence the term "boy/girl pairs". In contrast, identical twins, or monozygotic twins, occur when a single fertilized egg splits into two embryos. While fraternal twins are more common, identical twins tend to receive more attention due to their identical physical appearance.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following celebrities is NOT a twin?
- A.
Sheryl Crow
- B.
Alanis Morissette
- C.
Scarlett Johansson
- D.
Vin Diesel
- E.
Gisele Bundchen
Correct Answer
A. Sheryl CrowExplanation
Sheryl Crow is not a twin because she does not have a sibling who was born at the same time as her. The other celebrities listed, Alanis Morissette, Scarlett Johansson, Vin Diesel, and Gisele Bundchen, all have siblings who are twins.Rate this question:
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