Central Nervous System

What is the main function of the nervous system?

• to inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide

• to break down food consumed by a person for nutrients

• to control the body's activities by relaying messages

• to control the body's movements

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What are the two divisions of the nervous system?

• Central and Lower nervous systems

• Central and Peripheral nervous systems

• Lower and Cerebral nervous systems

• Central and Muscular nervous systems

Senses recognize ____________ which are recognized by the brain and results in a response.

• Synapses

• Brain messages

• Stimuli (plural of stimulus)

• Cerebrums

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The cerebellum is labeled as #...

• 1

• 2

• 3

The medulla is labeled as #...

• 1

• 2

• 3

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#1 is pointing to the...

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• medulla

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Which part of the brain controls senses, thinking, and memory?

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• medulla

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Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• medulla

Which of the following is NOT a sense?

• hearing

• nose

• smell

• touch

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What does the cerebrum control?

• controls thoughts and voluntary actions
• controls vital and involuntary actions 
• controls balance
• controls the uvula