Fears and Phobias

Front

Fear helps protect us. Which statement from the article supports the idea in this sentence?

Back

A fear can be healthy if it cautions a person to stay safe around something that could be dangerous.

Front

The section "How Fear Works" is organized to show the -

Back

way the brain and body respond to fear

Front

Which idea does the sentence help explain? This response is known as "fight or flight" because that is exactly what the body is preparing itself to do: fight off the danger or run fast to get away.

Back

Why the brain reacts instantly when it senses danger

Front

What does the word unsafe mean as used in this sentence: People fear things or situations that make them feel unsafe or unsure.?

Back

In danger

Front

The purpose of paragraph 13 was to give an example of what?

Back

explain how overcoming fear is possible

Front

Which heading indicates that it will focus on a specific population? Options: Fears During Childhood, Fears People Have, How Fear Works, What is Fear?

Back

Fears During Childhood

Front

Which phrase correctly punctuates the underlined section in the sentence: I am afraid of two things-storms-and loud noises. ?

Back

two things-storms and loud noises

Front

What is the purpose of the green boxed feature?

Back

To point out that some people react positively to fear

Front

What can the reader infer from the selection about people who enjoy risky or frightening experiences?

Back

They like the physical feeling of fear.

Front

Which sentence from the selection best supports the idea that people enjoy the feeling of fear? Options: Fear is one of the most basic human emotions. (paragraph 2), Fear can be like a warning, a signal that cautions us to be careful. (paragraph 3), These physical sensations of fear can be mild or strong. (paragraph 5), Some people find the rush of fear exciting. (boxed feature after paragraph 7)

Back

Some people find the rush of fear exciting.