Growth Mindset- 8th Grade Quiz

Two students, Alex and Jordan, are struggling with a science project. - Alex says, "I'm not good at this, so I'll let Jordan do most of the work." - Jordan says, "I'm not sure how to do this yet, but if we keep trying different ideas, we'll figure it out." Which statement BEST explains why Jordan's approach is more effective according to the video?

• A. Jordan is naturally smarter than Alex.

• B. Jordan understands that intelligence can grow through effort and persistence.

• C. Jordan has more free time to work on the project.

• D. Jordan is avoiding making mistakes.

Neuroplasticity refers to the brain's ability to change and adapt when someone practices a skill daily, even if they fail multiple times. What is the cause and effect relationship described by neuroplasticity in this context?

• The brain forms new connections and strengthens pathways with repeated practice, even after failures.

• The brain loses its ability to learn after repeated failures.

• Neuroplasticity only occurs in childhood, not in adults practicing skills.

• Practicing a skill daily has no effect on the brain's structure or function.

Which TWO situations show that someone is applying the "Power of Yet"?

• A. Maya says, "I can't pass this test. I give up."

• B. Luis says, "I can't cook pasta the way I want to yet, but I'll try again tomorrow."

• C. Tyra says, "I'm not a good runner, so I'll never join track."

• D. Chris says, "I don't understand this chapter yet, but I'm going to ask my teacher for help."

What would you say to help your friend develop a growth mindset if they say: "I'm failing math, so there's no point in trying anymore."?

• Encourage them to keep trying and remind them that effort leads to improvement.

• Agree that there's no point in trying anymore.

• Tell them that only some people are good at math and it's not for everyone.

• Suggest they give up and focus on something else.

What is a good way to convince someone to keep going, using at least one fact from the video, one vocabulary word (growth mindset, neuroplasticity, effort, yet, mistakes), and logical reasoning?