Memories and Forgetting

What does it mean to forget something?

• Forgetting something means losing the ability to remember it.

• Forgetting something means you never knew it.

• Forgetting something means remembering it clearly.

• Forgetting something is the same as learning it.

How can you help someone remember a special event?

• Create a scrapbook or photo album.

• Forget about the event entirely.

• Ignore their feelings about the event.

• Send a generic greeting card.

Can you name something that is unforgettable?

• A funeral

• A wedding

• A birthday party

• A vacation

What does it mean if something is memorable?

• It means it is difficult to forget.

• It indicates a lack of significance.

• It means it is easily remembered or significant.

• It refers to something that is unimportant.

How do you feel when you bring back a happy memory?

• I feel indifferent and bored.

• I feel joyful and nostalgic.

• I feel confused and lost.

• I feel angry and frustrated.

Why might someone be forgetful?

• Someone might be forgetful due to stress, lack of sleep, aging, distractions, medical conditions, or mental health issues.

• They have a photographic memory

• They are always well-rested

• They have a perfect attention span

What is a technique you use to memorize information?

• Repetition of the same information

• Listening to music while studying

• Method of loci (memory palace technique)

• Reading the material aloud multiple times