Nervous System Fun Quiz # You've Got a Lot of Nerves! Quiz

What is the main function of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

• To protect the brain

• To send messages between the brain and the rest of the body

• To control emotions

• To store memories

Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling involuntary actions like breathing and heartbeat?

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Medulla

• Cerebral cortex

What is the largest part of the brain?

• Medulla

• Cerebellum

• Cerebrum

• Spinal cord

Which part of the brain helps you with voluntary movements like walking and jumping?

• Medulla

• Cerebellum

• Cerebrum

• Spinal cord

What is the outer layer of the cerebrum called?

• Medulla

• Cerebral cortex

• Cerebellum

• Spinal cord

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response?

• Parasympathetic nervous system

• Sympathetic nervous system

• Central nervous system

• Peripheral nervous system

What type of cells are responsible for transmitting signals in the nervous system?

• Red blood cells

• Neurons

• White blood cells

• Platelets

Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

• Axon

• Dendrites

• Cell body

• Synapse

What is the gap between two neurons called?

• Axon

• Dendrite

• Synapse

• Myelin sheath

Which part of the brain is involved in balance and coordination?

• Cerebrum

• Medulla

• Cerebellum

• Thalamus