ED837 Structure and Function of the Brain Review

Which area of the brain is attached to the end of the hippocampus?

• Cerebrum

• Amygdala

• Brain Stem

• Corpus Callosum

The ____________ is the oldest and deepest area of the brain.

Describe what the cerebellum's role is.

Answer explanation

The cerebellum coordinates movement. It also coordinates thoughts, senses and emotions.

Which is the largest area that represents nearly 80% of the brain by weight?

• Amygdala

• Thalamus

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

The _______ deals with planning and thinking. Damage to this area can cause behavior and personality changes.

Which brain area checks information related to working memory and compares it to stored experiences?

• Hypothalamus

• Frontal Lobe

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

The __________ monitors information coming in from the outside. It moderates sleep, body temperature, food intake, and liquid intake.

Which area of the brain does all incoming sensory information go to first?

• Thalamus

• Hippocampus

• Hypothalamus

• Amygdala

True or False?

Alzheimer's disease can damage neuron's in the hippocampus and create memory loss.

Answer explanation

True.

True or False?

The cerebrum is responsible for regulating emotions.

Answer explanation

False.