Chapter 5: The Nervous System

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LET'S REVIEW!

Joints are cushioned by cartilage, which is a flexible, connective tissue.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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Ligaments connect bones to brains.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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The Achilles tendon is named for a Greek warrior named Achilles who was wounded in the back of his foot, where he was vulnerable.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Choice

Does the human body have more bones, muscles, or nerves?

• Bones

• Muscles

• Nerves

Multiple Choice

What do nerves do to help us keep track of what's happening in the world around us?

• Nerves send messages to the brain so the brain can tell your body how to act.

• Nerves pump red blood cells so that oxygen goes throughout our bodies.

• Nerves connect bones to muscles.

Multiple Choice

You could not feel heat or cold if you did not have nerves.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Fill in the Blank

When one of the nerves in your body wants to send a message to your brain, it sends the message out along the ______.

Multiple Choice

Why does a doctor check your reflexes?

• To check your tendons and ligaments.

• To check your nerves.

• To check your circulatory system.

Multiple Choice

Is this a REFLEX?

You see it raining outside, so you grab an umbrella.

• YES

• NO

Multiple Choice

Is this a REFLEX?

Your friend jumps out at you from around the corner and you flinch.

• YES

• NO

Multiple Choice

Is this a REFLEX?

The doctor taps your knee with a rubber hammer and your leg kicks.

• YES

• NO