Quiz on Nervous System and Brain

What is one function of the nervous system?

• Producing hormones

• Communicating within and controlling the body

• Storing nutrients

• Regulating blood sugar

Which of the following is not a main part of the nervous system?

• Brain

• Spinal cord

• Liver

• Nerves

What are the two types of cells found in the brain?

• Neurons and Glial Cells

• Red and white blood cells

• Connective and muscle cells

• Epithelial and endocrine cells

Why is the brain similar to a computer?

• It processes and stores information

• It is made of metal

• It can overheat

• It has a motherboard

Which of the following is not a part of the brain?

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Spinal cord

• Brainstem

What is the largest part of the brain?

• Cerebellum

• Cerebrum

• Brainstem

• Medulla

Which lobe is responsible for vision processing?

• Temporal

• Occipital

• Parietal

• Frontal

What is the outer layer of the cerebrum called?

• White matter

• Myelin sheath

• Cerebral cortex

• Axon

What is the primary function of the cerebellum?

• Controlling breathing

• Regulating blood pressure

• Coordinating muscle movements

• Producing hormones

What are the three parts of the brainstem?

• Cerebellum, cerebrum, occipital lobe

• Midbrain, pons, medulla

• Frontal lobe, temporal lobe, spinal cord

• Sensory, motor, interneuron