The Ravine/Embarrassed, Blame Your Brain

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What does 'essential' mean?

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Something that is so important that you can't live without it.

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What does 'amplify' mean?

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To make something stronger or more intense.

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How should commas be used in the sentence: 'In basketball players have to use their brain to figure out tough plays.'?

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Correct usage: 'In basketball, players have to use their brain to figure out tough plays.'

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What is the main idea behind feeling 'embarrassed'?

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It is mostly about why teenagers are so sensitive to social/peer pressure.

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What is the author's purpose for including information about Cyberball in 'Embarrassed'?

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To explain how feeling rejected by others affects the brain.

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Define 'humiliation'.

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The feeling of being ashamed or embarrassed.

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What is peer pressure?

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Influence from members of one's peer group.

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What is the significance of social acceptance for teenagers?

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It plays a crucial role in their self-esteem and emotional well-being.

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What does it mean to 'generate' an idea?

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To create or produce an idea.

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What is the impact of rejection on the brain?

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It can lead to feelings of sadness and lower self-esteem.