CHAPTER 12.2 (F4): NERVOUS SYSTEM

Which of the following is part of the central nervous system (CNS)?

• Spinal nerves

• Cranial nerves

• Brain and spinal cord

• Sensory receptors

Which of the following belongs to the peripheral nervous system?

• Brain

• Spinal cord

• Cranial and spinal nerves

• Hypothalamus

Which part of the brain controls involuntary actions such as heartbeat and breathing?

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Medulla oblongata

• Pituitary gland

Which part of the brain maintains body balance and muscle coordination?

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Hypothalamus

• Spinal cord

Which part of the brain is the centre of learning, memory and thinking?

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Medulla oblongata

• Spinal cord

Which gland is located at the base of the hypothalamus?

• Thyroid gland

• Adrenal gland

• Pituitary gland

• Pineal gland

Which part of the CNS connects the brain with the peripheral nervous system?

• Cerebrum

• Medulla oblongata

• Spinal cord

• Cerebellum

Which of the following is controlled by the somatic nervous system?

• Heartbeat

• Blood pressure

• Walking

• Breathing

Answer explanation

The somatic nervous system controls voluntary actions by sending messages from the brain to the skeletal muscles.

Which of the following is controlled by the autonomic nervous system?

• Talking

• Digestive process

• Raising hand

• Playing piano

Answer explanation

The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary actions that keep us alive, without conscious effort.

Match the following brain parts with their corresponding functions.

• Coordinates voluntary movements

• Cerebellum

• Controls autonomic functions like breathing

• Medulla oblongata

• Regulates body temperature and hunger

• Cerebrum

• Responsible for higher brain functions

• Hypothalamus