Nervous System Quiz

What is the primary function of the nervous system?

• Circulates blood throughout the body

• Detects impulses from the senses; control center

• Breaks down food for energy

• Provides structural support to the body

What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

• Central nervous system and autonomic nervous system

• Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system

• Peripheral nervous system and autonomic nervous system

• Autonomic nervous system and somatic nervous system

Which part of the nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord?

• Peripheral nervous system

• Autonomic nervous system

• Central nervous system

• Somatic nervous system

What is the role of the Sensory (Afferent) Division in the Peripheral Nervous System?

• Sends impulses from the CNS to the muscles and glands

• Sends impulses from the senses to the CNS

• Controls voluntary muscle movements

• Used in emergency situations ("fight or flight")

Which division of the Peripheral Nervous System is responsible for involuntary muscle control?

• Somatic Nervous System

• Sensory (Afferent) Division

• Autonomic Nervous System

• Motor (Efferent) Division

What function does the Sympathetic Division serve in the Peripheral Nervous System?

• Provides resting functions such as digestion and urination

• Sends impulses from the senses to the CNS

• Used in emergency situations ("fight or flight")

• Controls voluntary muscle movements

Which division of the Peripheral Nervous System reduces sympathetic response and provides resting functions?

• Sympathetic Division

• Parasympathetic Division

• Motor (Efferent) Division

• Somatic Nervous System

What is the primary role of the nervous system in the body?

• It acts as the master control center.

• It circulates blood throughout the body.

• It digests food and absorbs nutrients.

• It stores energy for later use.

Which system does the nervous system work with to perform its functions?

• Digestive system

• Endocrine system

• Respiratory system

• Circulatory system

What is the function of sensory input in the nervous system?

• It stores memories.

• It detects changes inside and outside the body.

• It produces hormones.

• It breaks down food.