CD: Brain State Debate

Front

A student throws their pencil across the room, yells “This is stupid!” and pushes their chair back loudly. They look tense, with clenched fists and shallow breathing. What is their state? Options: Emotional State, Executive State, Survival State

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Survival State

Front

A student bursts into tears when told their turn is over. They say, “That’s not fair! Nobody likes me!” and slump onto their desk. What is this an example of? Options: Emotional State, Executive State, Survival State

Back

Emotional State

Front

A student calmly raises their hand and says, “I think we should take turns so everyone gets a chance.” What is the student's state? Options: Emotional State, Executive State, Survival State

Back

Executive State

Front

During a fire drill, a kindergartner clings tightly to the teacher’s leg and refuses to move, eyes wide with fear. What is this an example of? Options: Emotional State, Executive State, Survival State

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Survival State

Front

A student stomps their feet and says, “She took my marker on purpose! I’m not playing with her ever again!” What is the student's state? Options: Emotional State, Executive State, Survival State

Back

Emotional State

Front

A student notices their partner is upset and says, “Do you want me to help you write the answer?” What state is this an example of? Options: Emotional State, Executive State, Survival State

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Executive State