Many people can easily recall exactly what they were doing when they heard the news of the 9/11 terrorist tragedy. This best illustrates ________ memory.

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Flashbulb memory is a highly detailed, exceptionally vivid 'snapshot' of the moment and circumstances in which a piece of surprising and consequential (or emotionally arousing) news was heard. The 9/11 terrorist tragedy was a deeply emotional and significant event that is likely to have triggered the formation of flashbulb memories in many people.

Many People Can Easily Recall Exactly What They Were Doing