People say 'bless you' when someone sneezes because it's a kind of old tradition. In the past, people thought that sneezing could mean something important, like being sick or even having bad luck. Saying 'bless you' was a way to wish them well and hope they were okay.
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- Your friend sneezes suddenly in class, you say 'bless you' and they smile back.
- At dinner with your grandparents, someone sneezes and you say 'bless you' as a sign of respect.
- You catch yourself saying 'bless you' after your dog sneezes during a walk.
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- Why Do People Use ‘Riddles’ in Different Cultures?
- Why Do People Tell Stories Around Campfires?
- Why Do We Have Daylight Saving Time?
- Why Do We Speak in Riddles and Sayings?
- Why Do People Like to Tell Stories Around a Fire?
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