Executive Functioning Skills Quiz

What does "executive functioning" mean?

• A set of mental skills that include working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control

• A type of physical exercise

• A dietary plan

• A form of artistic expression

True or false (circle one): All executive functioning skills are linked and work together.

• True

• False

Improving your executive functioning skills can't help you in which of the following ways?

• Enhancing time management

• Improving decision-making

• Boosting organizational skills

• Increasing physical strength

How does improving executive functioning skills also apply to adults?

• It helps in better decision making.

• It improves memory retention.

• It enhances problem-solving skills.

• All of the above.

Your ability to work through challenging problems is called __________________.

• perseverance
• procrastination

• lucky

• slacker

Someone who has weak task initiation skills is likely to do what?

• Procrastinate

• Complete tasks quickly

• Seek help immediately

• Show high motivation

Identify two strategies for someone with weak attention skills.

• Practice mindfulness and take regular breaks

• Ignore distractions and work continuously

• Multitask frequently and avoid breaks

• Work in a noisy environment and avoid planning

When you need to complete a long-term research paper, identify at least 3 executive functioning skills you will need to use.

• Planning, organization, and time management

• Creativity, spontaneity, and improvisation

• Physical strength, endurance, and agility

• Artistic skills, musical talent, and dance moves

How can you improve your organization skills?

• By losing your things

• Ignoring deadlines

• Keeping a tidy workspace

• Forgetting assignments

What is an example of using self-control in the classroom?

• Talking while the teacher is talking

• Waiting your turn to speak

• Running around the room

• Interrupting others