Role of Brain - Psychology Chapter 3

The brain is divided into what three main regions?

• forebrain

• midbrain

• hindbrain

• right brain

• left brain

The forebrain contains what specific parts of the brain?

• cerebrum

• thalamus

• hypothalamus

• pons

The most complex part of the human brain is the:

• cerebrum

• thalamus

• hypothalamus

What is the outer layer of the cerebrum called? It's responsible for information processing.

• hypothalamus

• thalamus

• cerebral cortex

This region of the brain is known as the main control center for the autonomic nervous system and endocrine system.

• hypothalamus

• thalamus

• cerebrum

What region receives information from the visual and auditory senses?

• Midbrain

• Reticular Formation

• Cerebrum

• Thalamus

The Hindbrain contains: (Choose all that apply).

• medulla

• pons

• cerebellum

• cerebral cortex

The pons connects the brainstem to the:

• cerebellum

• thalamus

• hypothalamus

The brainstem is the outermost region of the brain that includes structures of the midbrain and hindbrain.

• True

• False

The cerebellum assists in coordination of movement and sense of balance.

• True

• False