Understanding Memory and Forgetting

What analogy did Sherlock Holmes use to describe the brain's memory capacity?

• A garden

• A computer

• An attic

• A library

Which part of the brain is crucial for forming new memories?

• Cerebellum

• Amygdala

• Thalamus

• Hippocampus

What is the process called when experiences are committed to long-term memory?

• Motivation

• Consolidation

• Interference

• Recollection

Which type of forgetting involves the gradual weakening of connections between brain cells?

• Active interference

• Passive oblivescence

• Targeted forgetting

• Motivated forgetting

What is the term for the ability to remember nearly every detail of one's life?

• Hyperthymesia

• Eidetic memory

• Total recall

• Photographic memory

What is a potential downside of having hyperthymesia?

• Being haunted by past memories

• Inability to learn new information

• Lack of emotional response

• Difficulty in recognizing faces

What method was used in 'House, MD' to treat painful memories?

• Cognitive behavioral therapy

• Electroconvulsive therapy

• Medication

• Hypnosis

Why is forgetting considered an important function of the brain?

• It helps in learning new languages

• It allows us to move past traumatic events

• It improves our physical health

• It enhances our ability to multitask

What is emphasized as more important than memorization for learning?

• Listening

• Repetition

• Understanding

• Note-taking

What platform is suggested for enhancing logical thinking skills?

• Udemy

• Coursera

• Khan Academy

• Brilliant