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Match the vocabulary word to its definition. 

• connects brain and spinal cord

• brain stem

• back part of brain; controls movement

• cerebellum 

   

• largest part of brain; controls function

• cerebrum

Match the vocabulary word to its definition. 

• structures in the brain emotions/memory

• memory

• ability to store and recall information

• emotion

• state of mind

• neurobiologist

• scientist who studies the brain         

• limbic system

During a science class, Ryan asked, "Which part of the brain is divided into four lobes?"

• cerebral cortex

• cerebellum

• parietal

• brain stem

During a science class, Dominic and Jess are learning about the brain. Their teacher asks, "Which part of the brain controls the right side of the body, receives signals from the right side of the body, and increases activity when experiencing positive emotions?"

• right half

• left half

• front half

• back half

During a science class, Mason and Madelyn are discussing which part of the brain controls the left side of the body, receives signals from the left side of the body, and increases activity when experiencing negative emotions. Can you help them find the answer? 

• right half

• left half

• front half

• back half

During a science class, Nevaeh asked, "How are messages transferred through the brain?" 

• By neurons transmitting electrical signals 

• By blood cells moving through arteries 

• Through air spaces surrounding the brain 

• Through cells physically colliding with each other 

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

During science class, Carter asked, "Which structure functions to protect the brain?" 

• brain stem    

• occipital lobe

• cranium 

• cerebellum

During a class discussion, Heaven mentioned that according to scientists, there are ______ human emotions.

• 6

• 10

• 50

• up to 27

Gregory suddenly feels angry about something. The limbic system, specifically the __________________, is causing this emotion. 

• hypothalamus  

• amygdala  

• thalamus 

• hippocampus

Madelyn and Chase are studying for their exams. They find that practice is important for memory to transition into learning because it __________________ how signals pass between neurons.

• strengthens

• weakens