Early brain development

What part of the brain connects to the spinal cord?

• Cerebellum

• Thalamus

• Brain stem

• Cortex

Which functions are controlled by the autonomic nervous system?

• Voluntary movements

• Basic life functions like heartbeat and breathing

• Language processing

• Visual processing

What does the cerebellum help coordinate?

• Language and emotions

• Sensory signals

• Motor and sensory nerves

• Visual information

Where is the thalamus located?

• Near the top of the spinal cord

• Deep inside the brain

• In the frontal cortex

• At the back of the brain

What is the primary role of the thalamus?

• Directing movement

• Co-ordinating sensory and motor signals

• Controlling autonomic functions

• Processing language

What is the cerebral cortex also known as?

• Brain stem

• Cerebellum

• Thalamus

• Cortex

What does the word "cortex" mean?

• Core

• Bark

• Shell

• Cover

Where does thinking mainly take place in the brain?

• Visual area

• Auditory area

• Frontal cortex

• Motor area

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

• Processing visual information

• Directing movement

• Coordinating balance

• Controlling emotions

Which part of the brain is only 3mm thick?

• Brain stem

• Cerebellum

• Cerebral cortex

• Thalamus