Memory and Alzheimer's Quiz

We are told that people suffering from Alzheimer's disease

• don't understand the mechanism of life.

• can’t remember who they are.

• forget how to perform simple tasks.

The technique Ann describes works best for people

• who like pictures.

• who are used to abstract thought.

• who can visualise ideas well.

Doing crosswords is an example of activities that

• can prevent ageing.

• can extend life expectancy.

• can delay memory decline.

Research has shown that people who have mentally active jobs

• will never develop Alzheimer's disease.

• are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease.

• are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease.

Ann compares the human memory to a hard disk drive because ...

• both can be negatively affected by external factors.

• both can be trained to expand and improve.

• both can store an unlimited number of images.

Ann says we can remember things if we

• connect them with a physical object.

• look at them very carefully first.

• encourage people to remind us about them.

Apparently, our memories are harmed by

• doing too many physical exercises.

• devices designed to help us remember things.

• the number of devices in modern life.

What is one activity that can delay memory decline?

• Doing physical exercises

• Playing video games

• Doing crosswords

How does Ann compare human memory to a hard disk drive?

• Both can be trained to expand and improve

• Both can store an unlimited number of images

• Both can be negatively affected by external factors

What type of activities can we do to protect our brains?

• Physical exercises

• Not playing video games

• Learning new languages