1) How does the illustration in "Online Programs to Train Your Brain" support the reader's understanding of the central message of the text? A.
It provides a visual representation of healthy brain activity.

B.
It provides a visual representation of a type of brain training program.

C.
It provides a visual representation of the results of a brain training program.

D.
It provides a visual representation of the success of brain training programs.
2) Which claim is supported by both articles?

A.
Using the brain while playing is the key to keeping the brain active and healthy.

B.
The idea that playing brain games makes people smarter is an appealing one.

C.
Learning new information is a good way to keep the brain active.

D.
People have the ability to get better at specific tasks.
3) Which inference is BEST supported by the information in paragraphs 3 and 4 of “Is Online Brain Training Actually Effective?”

A.
The benefits of brain-training programs cannot be measured.

B.
Brain-training programs can only improve specific aspects of intelligence.

C.
Brain-training programs are effective at improving performance on specific tasks.

D.
Studies indicating that brain-training programs lead to increase in memory and intelligence are flawed.