
Understanding the Human Brain: Neocortex and Cerebellum

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Biology
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9th - 10th Grade
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Jennifer Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of the neocortex in humans?
Implicit memory
Fine motor control
Sensory and motor control
Planning and language understanding
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the size of the human neocortex compare to that of early mammals?
It is slightly larger
It is significantly larger
It is about the same size
It is smaller
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the cerebellum primarily responsible for in humans?
Visual and auditory systems
Inhibitory control
Fine motor control and implicit memory
Language processing
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which part of the brain contains more neurons, the neocortex or the cerebellum?
Neocortex
Cerebellum
They have the same number
Neither, they are equal
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What evolutionary advantage is associated with an enlarged cerebellum in humans?
Increased memory capacity
Improved sensory perception
Better language syntax
Enhanced technical skills and tool-making
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the cerebellum contribute to the development of human language?
By supporting fine motor skills needed for speech
By improving auditory processing
By enhancing memory retention
By increasing overall brain size
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the relationship between the neocortex and cerebellum in human cognition?
They function independently
They are loosely connected
They are densely linked and coordinate closely
They have no connection
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