Brain Anatomy Quiz

Which component of the brain is the largest?

• Thalamus

• Brainstem

• Cerebellum

• Cerebrum

What are the bumps on the surface of the brain called?

• Sulci

• Nuclei

• Gyri

• Cortex

Which lobe of the brain is responsible for complex thinking and decision-making?

• Parietal lobe

• Occipital lobe

• Frontal lobe

• Temporal lobe

Which lobe of the brain processes the sense of touch and spatial relationships?

• Occipital lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Parietal lobe

• Frontal lobe

Which lobe of the brain is responsible for processing visual information?

• Parietal lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Occipital lobe

• Frontal lobe

Which lobe of the brain is important for auditory sound and speech processing?

• Frontal lobe

• Parietal lobe

• Occipital lobe

• Temporal lobe

What is the function of the cerebellum?

• Controlling bodily movement

• Regulating emotions

• Relaying touch sensations

• Processing visual information

Which subcortical structure is known for regulating fear and processing threat?

• Basal ganglia

• Thalamus

• Hippocampus

• Amygdala

Which subcortical structure is crucial for long-term memory and spatial navigation?

• Amygdala

• Thalamus

• Hippocampus

• Basal ganglia

Which subcortical structure acts as the relay station between the body and the brain?

• Hippocampus

• Amygdala

• Basal ganglia

• Thalamus