Nervous System Quiz

What is the primary function of the spinal nerve?

• Transmit blood

• Transmit nerve signals

• Store energy

• Produce hormones

Which part of the brain is involved in processing information from the eyes, ears, and nose?

• Midbrain

• Cerebellum

• Thalamus

• Hypothalamus

What is the role of the hypothalamus?

• Produces and stores cerebrospinal fluid

• Connects the forebrain and hindbrain

• Regulates the body's internal environment (blood pressure, temperature)

• Centers for intellect, learning, memory, language, and consciousness

What is the primary function of the blood-brain barrier?

• To allow all substances to enter the brain

• To separate blood from the central nervous system and regulate substances

• To increase blood flow to the brain

• To store nutrients for the brain

Which side of the brain is linked to emotional processing?

• Right brain

• Left brain

• Both sides

• Neither side

Which side of the brain is associated with orderly thinking?

• Right brain

• Left brain

• Both sides

• Neither side

Where is the primary auditory area located?

• Frontal lobe

• Parietal lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Occipital lobe

Which lobe of the brain is primarily responsible for processing visual information?

• Parietal lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Occipital lobe

• Frontal lobe

What is the main function of the cerebellum?

• Store long-term memories

• Process auditory information

• Coordinate voluntary movements

• Regulate emotions