The Nervous System 5th Grade Science

Front

What controls involuntary actions? Options: cerebellum, cerebrum, brain stem, spinal cord

Back

brain stem

Front

What is the nervous system made of?

Back

brain, spinal cord, neurons

Front

What is considered the control center of the body? Options: heart, brain, spinal cord, mouth

Back

brain

Front

Neurons carry electrical signals called ________ from one part of the body to another.

Back

impulses

Front

These carry messages to and from parts of your brain.

Back

nerves

Front

This part of the brain is the second largest portion.

Back

cerebellum

Front

This part of the brain is split into 2 halves called right and left hemisphere.

Back

cerebrum

Front

Another name for a nerve cell is __________

Back

neuron

Front

The brain and spinal cord are parts of the ____________________. Options: digestive system, respiratory system, nervous system, excretory system

Back

nervous system

Front

These type of neurons transmit signals from your senses to the spinal cord and brain.

Back

sensory