Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear? Pt. 1
The central idea of the passage “Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear” is that some people enjoy fear because it triggers a positive physiological response in the brain.
Which sentence explains how the central idea emerges in the text?
A. It is established by identifying the role of the amygdala in processing fear.
B. It is introduced by providing examples of people who enjoy horror movies and haunted houses.
C. It is introduced by cataloguing different types of fear-inducing activities.
D. It is established by including research on the effects of fear on the brain.
D. It is established by including research on the effects of fear on the brain.
Question 3: Which is the BEST objective summary of “Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear”?
A. The author explains that some people enjoy fear because it creates a pleasurable response in the brain, while others find it unpleasant.
B. The author criticizes fear-inducing activities for being dangerous but acknowledges their popularity.
C. The author explains her preference for safe activities over fear-inducing ones and his distrust of thrill-seekers.
D. The author argues against fear-inducing activities, highlighting their risks and negative effects on mental health.
A. The author explains that some people enjoy fear because it creates a pleasurable response in the brain, while others find it unpleasant.
Read the sentence below.
Liam's favorite piece of furniture in his entire house was his old armchair; it was comfortable and had a lot of character.
Which of the following words has a more positive connotation than the underlined word in the sentence?
A. archaic
B. vintage
C. ancient
D. outdated
B. vintage
What is my number rule?
Respect yourself, others, and the environment
What needs to be ready for testing in my classroom?
Charged laptop
Which detail from “Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear” refines the central idea that some people enjoy fear because it triggers a positive physiological response in the brain?
A. "Some people have a higher threshold for fear and seek out activities that push their limits." (paragraph 5)
B. "One of the reasons people love Halloween is because it produces strong emotional responses, and those responses work to build stronger relationships and memories." (paragraph 13)
C. “However, not everyone enjoys fear; some people find it overwhelming and unpleasant.” (paragraph 7)
D. "… the more people engage in fear-inducing activities, the more they may seek out similar experiences." (paragraph 8)
"One of the reasons people love Halloween is because it produces strong emotional responses, and those responses work to build stronger relationships and memories." (paragraph 13)
Read the sentence from paragraph 3 in “Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear.” "One of the main hormones released during scary and thrilling activities is dopamine, and it turns out some individuals may get more of a kick from this dopamine response than others do." How does the author's use of the word "dopamine" in this sentence contribute to the idea that some people enjoy fear?
A. It explains why some people have a higher tolerance for fear-inducing activities.
B. It highlights the variability in how different individuals experience fear.
C. It emphasizes the role of brain chemistry in making fear enjoyable for some people.
D. It suggests that fear-inducing activities can have negative consequences for some individuals.
C. It emphasizes the role of brain chemistry in making fear enjoyable for some people.
What is figurative language? NOT AN EXAMPLE.
Figurative language refers to words or phrases that are meaningful, but not literally true
What do you have to turn in when your work is late?
Missing Work Notice
What happens if I get nervous right before the test begins?
Close your eyes and take some big deep breaths and think positive thoughts.
Read the following paragraph. “At the moment, I am a unicorn in the thrill-seeking world. There aren't many people who are able to maintain their composure under constant pressure from friends and family to try fear-inducing activities. I'm told to go to haunted houses or watch horror movies because, apparently, I need to experience the thrill of fear.”
Within the context of the paragraph, what is the meaning of the sentence, “At the moment, I am a unicorn in the thrill-seeking world.”?
A. People in the thrill-seeking world were mostly raised in the era of horror movies whereas he was not.
B. The author is one of the few people in the thrill-seeking world who understands the physiological effects of fear.
C. People in the thrill-seeking world admire his ability to resist pressure from his friends to engage in fear-inducing activities.
D. The author is one of the few people in the thrill-seeking world who does not enjoy fear-inducing activities.
D. The author is one of the few people in the thrill-seeking world who does not enjoy fear-inducing activities.
In “Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear,” which piece of relevant and sufficient evidence best supports the claim that fear can create a sense of excitement and adventure, making people feel more alive and engaged?
A. "It is supported entirely by the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure…" (paragraph 3)
B. "Lots of people also enjoy scary situations because it leaves them with a sense of confidence after it's over." (paragraph 4)
C. "I’m told to go to haunted houses or watch horror movies because, apparently, I need to experience the thrill of fear…" (paragraph 5)
D. "After becoming very jaded to the ways in which fear can be manipulated, I pulled the plug on thrill-seeking activities…" (paragraph 6)
B. "Lots of people also enjoy scary situations because it leaves them with a sense of confidence after it's over." (paragraph 4)
What is positive connotation? Give an example.
A connotation is the implied or suggested meaning of a word. It is contrasted to denotation, which is the word’s literal meaning. Positive- good/favorable
Example:
What does RARE stand for?
R-Respect
A-Achievement
R-Responsibility
E-Excellence
What do you do if you complete test before time?
Go back over and check your answers especially the one's you are not sure about.
Question 9: In "Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear,” how does the author develop the relationship between fear and pleasure?
A. by comparing the physiological effects of fear to the limitations and advantages of other pleasurable experiences
B. by comparing the process in the brain that allows humans to experience terror to the process that allows them to experience joy
C. by comparing fear to the unique experiences that we associate with other intense emotions
D. by comparing fear to systems that allow people to experience a range of emotions
B. by comparing the process in the brain that allows humans to experience terror to the process that allows them to experience joy
Choose the word from the drop-down menu that has the closest meaning to the word "confidence" as it is used in the sentence from paragraph 4 in “Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear.”
Sentence: "Lots of people also enjoy scary situations because it leaves them with a sense of confidence after it's over."
A. Certainty
B. Self-assurance
C. Bravery
D. Composure
Choose the BEST answer for the sentence!
B. Self-assurance
What is negative connotation? Give an example.
A connotation is the implied or suggested meaning of a word. It is contrasted to denotation, which is the word’s literal meaning. Negative- bad/unfavorable
Example:
What should be left in my caddies at your tables?
EVERYTHING- You borrow them IN CLASS.
What is the most important thing I need to do on test day?
Listen and follow directions carefully. Take your time and read the questions and answers carefully.
Read the sentence from paragraph 5 of “Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear”: "To really enjoy a scary situation, we have to know we're in a safe environment." How does the author's use of the phrase "safe environment" contribute to the overall tone of the paragraph?
A. It conveys a sense of urgency, implying that the response needs to be understood quickly.
B. It highlights the importance of the welfare of people in enjoying fear-inducing activities.
C. It suggests that the response is beneficial and may be desirable.
D. It indicates that the response is simple and straightforward, with little complexity involved.
B. It highlights the importance of the welfare of people in enjoying fear-inducing activities.
A student is writing a research report about the early life of former U.S. President Barack Obama for his American history class. He found a print source that is credible and has accurate information. Read Source One and the directions that follow.
Source One: A biography that chronicles the education of Barack Obama Barack Obama attended Punahou School, a prestigious private school in Hawaii. He later attended Occidental College in Los Angeles before transferring to Columbia University in New York City, where he graduated with a degree in political science. After working as a community organizer in Chicago, Obama attended Harvard Law School, where he became the first African-American president of the Harvard Law Review.
The student needs to find an additional source that contains similar, accurate information about his topic. Choose the source that most likely contains information that accurately supports the information in Source One.
A. an article about how Barack Obama's policies affected the U.S. economy
B. a review about how Barack Obama's policies affected the U.S. healthcare system
C. an encyclopedia article with a bulleted overview of the events of Barack Obama's presidency
D. an autobiography written by Barack Obama that includes anecdotes about his experiences as a young man
D. an autobiography written by Barack Obama that includes anecdotes about his experiences as a young man
What does "Big Brother is watching" mean, based on context clues?
Warning of government surveillance
What should not be in your ears in the classroom while I am teaching? What has to be placed in the phone farm when testing?
Headphones/Phones
Will I still be able to use my test taking strategies on the computer?
Yes, the online test is set up with all of the tools such as underlining, highlighting and more. You will also be able to go back and review the passage as often as needed.