Memory Tricks
What is a Mnemonic?
A memory trick used to help remember information.
Which part of the brain controls balance?
The cerebellum
What is cognition?
The process of thinking and learning
" Never Eat Soggy Waffles" helps to remember what?
Directions on a compass
What is one good way to improve memory?
Studying regularly?
What Mnemonic helps remember the planets?
" My very Educated Mother just served Us Nachos".?
Which lobe controls vision?
The occipital lobe.
What is short-term memory?
Memory that lasts for a brief period of time.
" Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally" is used for what?
order of operations in math
Why is sleep important for memory?
It helps the brain process information
What does PEMDAS stand for?
Parentheses, Exponents, Multiply, Divide, Add, Subtract.
Which part of the brain helps with memory?
The hippocampus.
What is long-term memory?
Information stored for a long time
"ROYGBIV" helps remember what?
The colors of the rainbow?
What study method uses flashcards?
Active recalls
Why are Menmonics useful?
They help improve memory and recall information faster.
Which lobe is responsible for decision making?
The frontal lobe
What is rehearsal in psychology?
Repeating information to remember it
"HOMES" helps remember what?
The Great Lakes
What happens when you cram before a test?
You may forget information faster?
What type of learner benefits most from rhymes and songs?
Auditory learners.
What protects the brain from injury?
The skull and cerebrospinal fluid
What is chunking?
Grouping information together to make it easier to remember
" King Philip Came Over For Good Soup" helps remember what?
The bioloigcal classification system
What is the best way to remember a large amounts of information?
Breaking it into smaller sections and practicing often