The Science of Dreaming and Memory

What is the primary benefit of dreaming while sleeping, according to the passage?

• It helps in remembering dreams vividly.

• It increases performance on certain mental tasks.

• It allows for more restful sleep.

• It reduces the need for sleep.

How much better were subjects at the maze task if they napped and dreamed about it?

• Twice as good.

• Five times better.

• Ten times better.

• No improvement.

What do researchers theorize about memory processes during sleep?

• They are less effective than when awake.

• They can only happen when we are asleep.

• They are unrelated to dreaming.

• They are more effective during the day.

According to the passage, what is the purpose of dreams in relation to memory?

• To remember everything.

• To signal memory processes.

• To entertain the mind.

• To confuse the sleeper.

During which sleep cycle does the reverse learning theory suggest that the neocortex reviews neural connections?

• NREM sleep

• Light sleep

• REM sleep

• Deep sleep

What does the reverse learning theory propose happens to unnecessary neural connections?

• They are strengthened.

• They are ignored.

• They are dumped.

• They are enhanced.

What is the main idea of the passage regarding the function of dreams?

• Dreams are purely random and have no function.

• Dreams help in both remembering and forgetting.

• Dreams are only for entertainment.

• Dreams are a result of overactive imagination.