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Your Brain & Screens

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Nora, Grace, and Avery are curious about the human brain! They want to know: at what age is the prefrontal cortex (PFC) fully developed?

a)

30

b)

25

c)

21

d)

18

2.

Maya, Luna, and Abigail are having a brainy debate! They want to know: What is the prefrontal cortex (PFC) often nicknamed?

a)

The brain's reward system

b)

The brain's engine

c)

The brain's CEO (Cheif Executive Officer)

d)

The brain's memory center

3.

Charlotte and Liam are curious about the brain's 'reward chemical' that makes us feel awesome after achieving something. Can you help them figure out which chemical it is?

a)

Serotonin

b)

Cortisol

c)

Adrenaline

d)

Dopamine

4.

Olivia, Aria, and Abigail are learning about dopamine! Which of the following is NOT a natural way to trigger dopamine release?

a)

Endless scrolling on social media

b)

Mastering a new skill

c)

Connecting with friends in person

d)

Accomplishing something challenging

5.

Oliver and Harper are discussing digital platforms. Oliver asks, "Harper, do you know what the reward systems of toxic digital platforms are often compared to?" Can you help Harper answer?

a)

A treasure hunt

b)

A roller coaster

c)

A slot machine

d)

A puzzle game

6.

Jackson, Arjun, and Olivia are discussing how they use their screens. Which of the following is an example of an active use of screens?

a)

Compulsive gaming

b)

Creating digital art

c)

Binge-watching

d)

Endless scrolling

7.

Abigail and Aiden are chatting about how their brains work as teenagers. Which fun analogy is often used to describe the teenage brain?

a)

A growing tree

b)

A blank canvas

c)

A construction site

d)

A high-powered sports car

8.

Imagine Grace, Abigail, and Noah are exploring the mysteries of the teenage brain! What happens to unused neural connections during adolescence?

a)

They grow stronger

b)

They multiply

c)

They get pruned away

d)

They remain dormant

9.

Sophia, Aria, and Abigail are chatting about how much sleep they need to feel their best. Can you help them out? What is the recommended amount of sleep for adolescents?

a)

6-7 hours

b)

7-8 hours

c)

10-12 hours

d)

8-10 hours

10.

Mia, Luna, and Lily are having a sleepover! Which of the following could interrupt their sleep cycles?

a)

Physical exercise

b)

Listening to music

c)

Reading books

d)

Blue light from screens

11.

Scarlett and Aiden are working on a group project when suddenly their phone buzzes with a message. After the interruption, how long does it usually take them to get back into focus?

a)

5 minutes

b)

10 minutes

c)

15 minutes

d)

23 minutes

12.

William, Samuel, and Michael are on a quest to use technology in a healthier way! Which of the following is NOT a strategy they should try?

a)

Creating tech-free zones

b)

Binge-watching shows

c)

Using timers to create boundaries

d)

Turning off non-essential notifications

13.

Hannah, Nora, and William are taking on the 24-hour reset challenge! What is the main goal of this challenge?

a)

To eliminate screen use permanently

b)

To reclaim control over technology use

c)

To increase screen time

d)

To improve gaming skills

14.

Maya, Michael, and Avery are chatting about their screen time. What is the most important question they should ask themselves about using screens?

a)

How can I use screens for entertainment?

b)

Is this screen use helping me become who I want to be?

c)

How many hours can I spend on screens?

d)

What is the best screen for gaming?

15.

Noah, Lily, and Anika are chatting about their school curriculum. What is the key message they discover about technology in their lessons?

a)

Technology controls your brain

b)

Technology is a tool, and you decide how to use it

c)

Technology should be eliminated

d)

Technology is harmful to everyone