The Sleep Quiz Test your knowledge on sleep with this fun-filled quiz! See how much you know about the essential human activity and its importance in life. remus2009 published on April 26, 20230 responses 0 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/11 Which of the following is not an effect of not getting enough sleep? Increased alertness Faster reflexes Decreased cognitive abilities Shortened memory span 2/11 How many hours of sleep does an average adult need per night? 6 hours 7-8 hours 9 hours 10 hours 3/11 What is the name of the sleep disorder characterized by abnormal pauses in breathing, or shallow/infrequent breathing while asleep? Restless Leg Syndrome Narcolepsy Insomnia Sleep Apnea 4/11 What age group typically needs more sleep? Senior citizens Children between 6-10 years old Adults between 18-25 years old People between 35-55 years old 5/11 Which of the following activities is not a popular sleep aid? Peppermint tea Walking Meditation Drinking coffee 6/11 What does REM stand for? Rapid Eye Movement Rich Eye Movement Rapid Ear Moment Rapid Energy Modulation 7/11 What hormone is released during sleep? Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) glutamine serotonin Melatonin 8/11 What is the Latin phrase for 'Sleep is the best medicine'? Somnus beati cura Somnus est rex Somnus cibo optimus Somnus est optio 9/11 What are the two phases of sleep? Light Sleep and Deep Sleep Dream Sleep and Awake Time Active Sleep and Passive Sleep REM Sleep and Non-REM Sleep 10/11 What is the name of the experience of being unable to sleep? Anemia Insomnia Somnambulism Hypersomnia 11/11 What are the adverse effects of sleeping too much? Fatigue and difficulty concentrating Depression and anxiety Memory problems and delayed reaction times All of the above
