1. Enter the letter for the description of attention next to its corresponding definition below.

a. Spotlight model

b. Feature-integration model

c. Filter model

d. Attenuation model

5. Describe the similar aspects in Tresiman’s feature integration model and Schneider and Shiffrin’s (1977) description of attention.

6. Suppose you were a researcher who wanted to study attention capture of warning signals in aircraft that occur when pilots are focused on another task (e.g., landing a plane). Describe how you might design such a study using methodologies described in this chapter.

7. Based on the work of Daniel Simons, explain how it is possible that you did not notice that a different person was now part of your conversation in the party scene described at the beginning of the chapter.

8. Explain how tasks that initially require controlled attention can become automatic.