Vocabulary
Deadline
A time or day by which something must be done
The Panic Monster only wakes up when there are serious consequences involved.
True – The Panic Monster wakes up when there is a risk of failure or embarrassment
The speaker formed a _______ that procrastinators’ brains function differently from non-procrastinators.
hypothesis
Rational
Based on logic and reason rather than emotions
The Rational Decision-Maker is responsible for making short-term, pleasure-seeking choices.
False – The Rational Decision-Maker makes logical, long-term choices.
Unlike short-term procrastination, long-term procrastination does not have immediate _______ to trigger the Panic Monster.
consequences
Hypothesis
An idea or theory that is tested through research
The Instant Gratification Monkey cares about both the past and the future.
False – The Instant Gratification Monkey only cares about the present.
The desire for instant _______ makes procrastinators choose fun activities over important but difficult ones.
gratification
Epiphany
A sudden realization or insight
Long-term procrastination is easier to recognize than short-term procrastination.
False – Long-term procrastination is harder to recognize because there are no clear deadlines.
The Instant Gratification Monkey prevents people from making _______ decisions about their work and responsibilities.