Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
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- New research studies the brain and memory closely.
- The brain must decide what experiences to keep.
- Some short impressions become long-term memories later.
- Scientists once thought memory used a simple switch.
- The new study shows the process is more complex.
- Small processes work across different brain areas.
- These processes make memories stronger over time.
- A central brain area helps move memories to storage.
- This new view may change memory treatments.
- The research might help people with memory illnesses.
Difficult words
- research — Study done to find new information.
- memory — Ability to keep and recall past experiences.memories
- impression — A short idea or feeling about something.impressions
- process — A series of actions or changes.processes
- storage — Place to keep things for later use.
- illness — A disease or health problem.illnesses
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Discussion questions
- Do you remember a happy event from last month?
- Do you try to keep important experiences?
- Would you want research to help memory illnesses?
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