7C Phineas Gage Review

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What is sepsis?

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A severe bacterial infection that spreads throughout the body.

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What did Carl Wernicke discover?

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An area in the brain that controls the ability to understand speech.

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What does the word 'rival' mean in the context of divided opinions?

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Opposing or competing.

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How many parts are there in the cortex?

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4

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What is another term for an 'epileptic fit'?

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Epileptic Seizure.

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What is the function of the cortex in the brain?

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It is involved in higher brain functions such as thought, action, and perception.

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What is the role of Wernicke's area?

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It is responsible for language comprehension.

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What is a common symptom of sepsis?

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Fever, chills, rapid heartbeat, and confusion.

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What does 'divided' imply in a debate?

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It indicates that there are differing opinions or sides.

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What are the four parts of the cortex?

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Frontal, Parietal, Temporal, and Occipital lobes.