Milestones in Brain Development and Cognitive Growth: Curious Le

How many neural connections are made each second during the first year of life?

• 10 million

• 1 million

• 500,000

• 100,000

At what age do children fully understand that the face they see in the mirror is their own?

• 2 years

• 1 year

• 4 years

• 3 years

What is important for shaping a baby's brain?

• Reading books

• Watching television

• Playing alone

• 'Serve and return' interactions

When does synaptic density reach its peak?

• Fourth year

• First year

• Second year

• Third year

What type of game helps support cognitive development and learning?

• Playing sports games

• Playing board games

• Playing pretend

• Playing video games

Which experience can have an impact on learning and development?

• A culinary experience

• A travel experience

• An adverse childhood experience

• A positive educational experience

What skill do primary school students develop regarding reflecting on their own thoughts?

• Metacognition

• Mental calculation

• Memorization

• Speed reading

Until what age can the prefrontal cortex continue to develop?

• Early thirties

• Late twenties

• Mid-twenties

• Early twenties

What motivates teenagers to take more risks?

• Boredom

• Curiosity

• Peer pressure

• An increased sensitivity to reward