Question

What is the best classification of the stimuli described in the following scenario?

You are quietly reading a book on the beach. Unexpectedly, the person next to you lights a large firework. You
jump up and throw your book in the sand.
Wilting and Turgor
o Geotropism
Photoropism
Fight or Flight

Answer 1

Fight of flight, because according to Hans Selye, this occurs at times of danger when your adrenaline is heightened.