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  1. “The memory is more LIKELY to cause distress” means  [it's more probable]
  2. “You get more FLASHBACKS” means  [more past experiences return to your mind]
  3. When something is INVOLUNTARY it is  [uncontrolled]
  4. “The memory was completely OBLITERATED” means  [it was gone]
  5. “It may be EXAGERRATED” means  [it may be abnormally increased]
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1.   A couple of glasses of wine may result in terrible flashbacks.That is correct.

2.   Moderate alcohol consumption could keep you from having painful memories.That is incorrect. Correct is: Moderate alcohol consumption could actually make memories more painful.

3.   "Contextual memory" is reduced in those who experience high levels of stress.That is correct.

4.   Heavy drinking can completely erase memory.That is correct.

5.   In the study, the participants had accidents and their reactions and emotions were recorded.That is incorrect. Correct is: They were then shown a video of road accidents and recorded the number of times they re-experienced any of the footage or had a flashback.