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Answer:
they lose their ability to think clearly.
Explanation
life thretening situation is also a highstress situation
stress can disrupt synapse regulation, resulting in the loss of sociability and the avoidance of interactions with others or anything in general.
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Desire to impress Teresa
Explanation: Victor's motive is to impress/grab Teresa's attention the whole story.