#RA-2161Read AloudCore & AcademicHard
Preying on Worms
Official Question Material
Prep: 30-40 Seconds
Scientists find that the feel good brain chemical dopamine regulates anxious worm behavior in the presence of nipping predators. The findings illuminate how this dopamine regulated brain pathway may be related to anxiety and could provide insight into human conditions such as post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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Pearson Official Scoring Guide for Read Aloud
Scored Enabling Skills
- Reading (Content)
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Timing Standard
Response Window: 35-40 Seconds
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