Choices Quiz: Your Amazing Brain

1. According to the article, your prefrontal cortex is responsible for _________.

• A. signaling hunger and fullness
• B. the grades you get in school
• C. planning ahead and controlling your emotions
• D. helping you fall asleep each night

2. Having a still-developing prefrontal cortex means you are still mastering skills like _________.

• A. being organized and keeping your cool when you’re mad
• B. being spontaneous, thinking creatively, and having big feelings
• C. using rewards as motivation
• D. learning new things

3. Which of the following is easier for adults?

• A. Taking risks
• B. Learning new things
• C. Ignoring peer pressure
• D. All of the above

4. According to the article, stress produces a chemical that _________.

• A. improves brain development
• B. kills brain cells
• C. helps teens ignore negative peer pressure
• D. boosts creativity in the teen brain

5. Close reading: Which of the following can prevent the brain from developing properly during your teen years?

• A. Too much screen time
• B. Eating well
• C. Getting 8-10 hours of sleep per night
• D. Talking to friends face to face

6. Close reading: According to the article, which of the following foods will help power up your brain?

• A. Salmon
• B. Leafy greens
• C. Berries
• D. All of the above

7. Critical thinking: What is your favorite part of having a teen brain and why? Which adult brain “strengths” are you most looking forward to and why?

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This is the region of the brain responsible for critical thinking, decision making, and considering consequences.

• Limbic System
• Synapses
• Neurons
• Prefrontal Cortex

In cognitive processing, what role does the prefrontal cortex play?

• It is primarily involved in processing sensory information.

• It acts as the main center for memory storage.

• It is crucial for decision making and problem-solving.

• It controls the motor functions of the body.