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Below is the link to the assigned article. Please read it and answer the
questions (Complete Sentences not
Required unless Specifically Requested) via email as directed.
Link: Brain function 'boosted for days after reading a novel'
Questions:
1. Being pulled into the world of a gripping novel can trigger actual, measurable changes in the brain that linger for at least __________ _________ after reading, scientists have said.
2. Reading a good book may cause heightened connectivity in the brain and neurological changes that persist in a similar way to _________ _____________.
3. “Even though the participants were not actually reading the novel while they were in the scanner, they ___________ this heightened connectivity,” added Prof Berns. “We call that a ‘shadow activity,’ almost like a muscle memory.”
4. Using between ten and 50 words, summarize the main point (idea) of the article. (Answer using a complete sentence which includes proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and capitalization)
5. If the study in his article is accurate, and you could improve your brain function, would this encourage you to read more? Explain why or why not?
Be sure when you email your answers to include the title
(Brain Boosted by Reading) and the code in the subject line
to send it to the proper file in my email account.
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P-2 for period 2
P-4 for period
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P-5 for period 5
P-7 for period 7
P-8 for period 8
P-9 for period 9
