Jimmy Is a Twelve-Year-Old Boy

question 58

Multiple Choice

Jimmy is a twelve-year-old boy. He mispronounces most words while reading in his English class. His pronunciation does not improve even after his teacher explains the correct way to pronounce a written word. However, he does not have any difficulty understanding what every word means. In this scenario, Jimmy is most likely suffering from _____.

• A)dyslexia
• B)obesity
• C)asthma
• D)phenylketonuria

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Definitions:

Hypochondria

An excessive preoccupation with the fear of having a serious illness, despite medical reassurance to the contrary.

Claustrophobia

An anxiety disorder characterized by an irrational fear of being in enclosed or narrow spaces.

Enclosed Places

Spaces that are fully or partially surrounded by walls and a ceiling, often creating a separate and distinct environment from the outside.

Brontophobia

An irrational fear of thunder and lightning.