Tetris World Record by Thirteen-year-old

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What do some experts believe about virtual game play?

It causes negative changes in brain and behavior.
It only benefits children, not adults.
It has no impact on a person's skills.
It can help people gain real-world skills. (correct)

What skill can playing games in a group strengthen?

Mathematical abilities
Communication and resourcefulness (correct)
Memory and attention
Physical strength

What concept could video games potentially help students understand better?

Abstract math concepts like geometry (correct)
Historical timelines
Artistic techniques
Foreign languages

What new risk is mentioned in the text related to excessive screentime?

Decreased creativity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about Willis Gibson's achievement in Tetris?

He reached a high level causing the game to glitch and crash. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many hours per week does Willis Gibson play Tetris?

30 hours (B) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of teen boys in the United States play video games every day according to the 2020 poll results mentioned?

40% (C) Signup and view all the answers

What potential benefits of gaming have been hinted at by studies mentioned in the text?

Gaming can improve communication skills and adaptability. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can playing video games in a group benefit individuals?

Communication and resourcefulness Signup and view all the answers

What real-world skills can people gain by engaging in virtual game play in moderation?

Memory and attention Signup and view all the answers

What type of students could potentially benefit from playing video games according to a study mentioned in the text?

Math students Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about the relationship between playing violent video games and violent behavior in teens?

No correlation found Signup and view all the answers

How might artificial intelligence (AI) improve real-world skills according to the text?

By playing video games Signup and view all the answers

How did Willis Gibson make gaming history in December 21?

He became the first person to beat the Nintendo game Tetris. Signup and view all the answers

What concern do adults have related to the amount of time young people spend gaming?

Long periods of sitting linked to physical and mental health issues. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of teen girls in the United States play video games daily, according to the 2020 poll results?

20 percent Signup and view all the answers

What are some potential benefits of gaming as hinted at in the text?

Improved memory, attention, communication skills, and ability to adapt to new situations. Signup and view all the answers

Why have some studies hinted at potential benefits of gaming, according to the text?

Video games often demand quick problem-solving and close attention. Signup and view all the answers