Sleep Matters Quiz

What is the purpose of sleep?

• To strengthen memories

• To rest the body

• To dream

• To improve physical health

What did the experiment with Laurence Leung show?

• Sleep can improve memory recall

• Sleeping with an EEG cap is uncomfortable

• Sleep deprivation has no effect on the body

• Sleeping during the day is better than at night

What is the significance of sleep spindles?

• They indicate deep sleep

• They are bursts of brain activity during sleep

• They help in memory consolidation

• They are a sign of sleep deprivation

What percentage of Australians are getting inadequate sleep?

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

What are the characteristics of night owls?

• They are more intelligent and love to party

• They are early risers and have good habits

• They are cooperative and conscientious

• They are agreeable and novelty seeking

What is the average length of the body clock?

• 24 hours and 11 minutes

• 24 hours

• 23 hours and 59 minutes

• 25 hours

Why do many people hit the snooze button?

• They are not ready to wake up until 11 minutes after their alarm goes off

• They enjoy the sound of the alarm

• They want to annoy their roommates

• They are afraid of starting their day

How many hours of sleep do most people need to be at their best?

• 5 to 6 hours

• 7 to 8 hours

• 9 to 10 hours

• 11 to 12 hours

What are the health consequences of constantly changing sleep-wake cycles?

• Improved cardiovascular health

• Decreased risk of cancer

• Better quality sleep

• Negative impact on cardiovascular, cancer, and metabolic outcomes

What happens to our emotional reactions when we are sleep deprived?

• We become more emotionally stable

• We become more euphoric and happy

• We become more emotionally reactive

• We become less sensitive to emotions