Question

1. to remember the content of a lecture more effectively

o a. wait at least two hours to review your notes on that lecture
o b. wait at least 24 hours to review your notes on that lecture
o c. review your lecture notes within the first 24 hours after class
o d. wait to review your lecture notes until you study for a major test

1. the area of your brain that lights up with extra neural activity each time you feel a strong emotion is called the select.
2. a select is a pre - formatted chart that prompts you to visualize relationships among facts and ideas.
3. in spite of their limitations, mnemonic devices can be useful.

o a. true
o b. false

1. connecting a fact or idea to something that you feel strongly about is not recommended, since emotions are not supposed to play a role in critical thinking.

o a. true
o b. false

1. in order to test the idea that \you never forget,\ you have to believe it first.

o a. true
o b. false

Explanation:

• For question 5: Reviewing lecture notes within the first 24 hours helps in better memory consolidation as the information is still fresh in the mind.
• For question 8: Mnemonic devices, though not perfect, can aid in memory - recall and are useful.
• For question 9: Emotions can play a role in critical thinking and connecting facts/ideas to strong emotions can enhance understanding and memory, so the statement is false.
• For question 10: Testing an idea is an objective process and does not require prior belief in it.

Answer:

1. c. Review your lecture notes within the first 24 hours after class
2. a. True
3. b. False
4. b. False