The Brain and Behavior Quiz

What is the central nervous system responsible for?

• Controlling voluntary movement

• Regulating body temperature

• Gathering sensory information

• Making big decisions

Which part of the brain is responsible for non-verbal learning and memory?

• Cerebellum

• Hippocampus

• Thalamus

• Amygdala

Which part of the brain is responsible for speaking, planning, and judging?

• Temporal lobes

• Occipital lobes

• Parietal lobes

• Frontal lobes

What is the function of the hypothalamus in the brain?

• Regulating body temperature and hunger

• Memory consolidation

• Controlling voluntary movement

• Processing incoming sensations

Which part of the brain is responsible for processing sound, including speech comprehension?

• Occipital lobes

• Parietal lobes

• Frontal lobes

• Temporal lobes

What is the function of the motor cortex in the brain?

• Regulates body temperature

• Controls voluntary movements

• Processes incoming sensations

• Memory consolidation

What is the role of association areas in the brain?

• Memory consolidation

• Regulating body temperature

• Controlling voluntary movement

• Interpreting and integrating sensory input