Understanding Lying

What is the main idea of the passage "The Science of Lying"?

• Lying is always harmful.

• Lying becomes easier with practice.

• The amygdala helps people lie better.

• Only skilled people can lie effectively.

According to the passage, what happens to the amygdala when people lie repeatedly?

• It becomes more active.

• It stops functioning.

• It responds less over time.

• It helps people feel more guilty.

What experiment did Dan Ariely conduct?

• a) He taught people how to lie convincingly.

• b) He measured brain activity while people lied in a card game.

• c) He trained people to resist lying.

• d) He asked people to tell lies in different social situations.

What does the passage suggest about learning new skills?

• a) Skills become harder over time.

• b) Once learned, skills do not require practice.

• c) Learning new skills strengthens brain connections.

• d) People with stronger amygdalas learn faster.

The amygdala is responsible for processing __________ emotions like guilt and fear.

In "The Open Window," what is Frampton Nuttel’s first impression of Vera?

• a) She is shy and nervous.

• b) She is confident and self-possessed.

• c) She is rude and dismissive.

• d) She is scared of visitors.

What can be inferred about Vera's intentions?

• a) She is testing Mr. Nuttel’s intelligence.

• b) She enjoys deceiving people for entertainment.

• c) She is trying to warn Mr. Nuttel about danger.

• d) She is nervous about speaking to strangers.

Which of the following best describes the role of the amygdala?

• a) It helps people feel happy and relaxed.

• b) It processes negative emotions like fear and guilt.
  

• c) It controls muscle movement.

• d) It helps people memorize facts.

The more people practice lying, the __________ it becomes.

What happens to a person’s guilt when they lie repeatedly?

• a) It increases.

• b) It decreases.

• c) It stays the same.

• d) It disappears completely.