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Give an example of the prefrontal cortex at work.
Stopping yourself from saying something impulsive
Give an example of an extenuating circumstance.
Being late to school because of a car accident
Give an example of when cardiopulmonary resuscitation would be needed.
When someone has stopped breathing
Give an example of a furrow.
A deep wrinkle in someone’s brow when concentrating
Give an example of something grim.
A grim report about a natural disaster
Give an example of a rift.
Two close friends stopping speaking after an argument
Give an example of a modification.
Adding extra time to a test
Give an example of executive function in action.
Planning out steps to complete a long-term project
Give an example of something scarce.
Clean water during a drought
Give an example of restorative care.
Physical therapy after surgery
Give an example of someone jeering.
A crowd booing and shouting insults at a player
Give an example of a situation that would cause adrenaline to spike.
Almost getting into a car accident
Give an example of a veneer.
A fake smile hiding frustration
What is the role of the prefrontal cortex?
It helps with decision-making, reasoning, and impulse control
What is an extenuating circumstance?
A special condition that lessens the seriousness of a wrongdoing
What is cardiopulmonary resuscitation used for?
To restart someone’s heart and breathing in an emergency
What is a furrow?
A deep line or wrinkle, especially on the forehead
What does grim suggest about a situation?
It is harsh, serious, or depressing
What is a rift in a relationship?
A serious break or division between people
What is a modification?
A change made to improve or adjust something
Describe one skill controlled by executive function.
Planning, organizing, focusing attention, or controlling impulses
What does scarce describe about a resource?
It means the resource is in short supply
What does it mean to empathize with a friend?
To understand and share their feelings
Describe the function of a neuron.
It carries messages through the nervous system
What does restorative mean in the context of health or energy?
Helping someone recover strength or well-being
Explain what it means to jeer at someone.
To mock, taunt, or shout insults at them
Describe a situation in which adrenaline might increase.
During an exciting or frightening event that causes a rush of energy
Define veneer.
A thin decorative covering or outer layer that hides what is underneath
The ______ helps regulate reasoning and thoughtful decision-making.
prefrontal cortex
The judge considered the storm an ______ when reviewing the late arrival.
extenuating circumstance
Knowing ______ can save a life in an emergency.
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
He could see a ______ in her brow as she concentrated.
furrow
The movie’s ending was so ______ that many viewers felt unsettled.
grim
A major ______ formed between the two friends after their argument.
rift
The teacher allowed a small ______ to the project requirements.
modification
Strong ______ skills help students manage their time and complete assignments.
executive function
Food became ______ after the long winter storm.
scarce
It is important to ______ with others during difficult times.
empathize
Damage to a single ______ can affect how signals travel in the nervous system.
neuron
After weeks of rest and therapy, the patient felt stronger thanks to the ______ care.
restorative
The crowd began to ______ when the speaker forgot his lines.
jeer
Before the race began, she felt a surge of ______ pumping through her body.
adrenaline
The actor’s polite smile was only a ______ hiding his frustration.
veneer
The part of the brain responsible for decision-making and impulse control is the ______.
prefrontal cortex
A special condition that lessens the seriousness of a wrongdoing is an ______.
extenuating circumstance
The emergency procedure used to restart someone’s heart and breathing is called ______.
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
A deep line or wrinkle in the skin, especially on the forehead, is called a ______.
furrow
If a situation is harsh, serious, or depressing, it can be described as ______.
grim
A serious break or split in a relationship is known as a ______.
rift
A change made to improve or adjust something is called a ______.
modification
The mental skills that help you plan, focus attention, and control impulses are called ______.
executive function
When something is in very short supply, it is ______.
scarce
To understand and share another person’s feelings is to ______.
empathize
A single nerve cell that carries messages through the body is called a ______.
neuron
A program designed to help someone recover strength after illness is described as ______.
restorative
To shout insults or mock someone loudly is to ______.
jeer
A sudden rush of energy and increased heart rate caused by excitement or fear is called ______.
adrenaline
Veneer refers to a thin decorative covering placed over a cheaper material.
veneer