Which characteristic of memory loss is BEST supported by the information in “What can beagles teach us about Alzheimer’s disease?” and reinforced through description in the poem?
Responses
A Memory loss causes older people to be disliked and abandoned.Memory loss causes older people to be disliked and abandoned.
B Alzheimer’s patients show a decreased ability to focus and to pay attention.Alzheimer’s patients show a decreased ability to focus and to pay attention.
C Trembling limbs is a sign often associated with memory loss in old people.Trembling limbs is a sign often associated with memory loss in old people.
D Depression and dejected appearance often indicate the onset of Alzheimer’s.
B Alzheimer’s patients show a decreased ability to focus and to pay attention.
The article "What can beagles teach us about Alzheimer’s disease?" discusses how beagles with a genetic mutation similar to Alzheimer’s disease show signs of memory loss and a decreased ability to learn new tasks. This is reinforced in the poem through the description of the old man’s confusion and inability to focus on the present moment. This characteristic of memory loss is best supported by the information presented.