Structure and Function of the Brain-ED837 (Module 1)

What part of the brain, that is attached to the end of the hippocampus, plays an important role in emotions, especially fear?

• Cerebellum

• Cerebrum

• Hypothalamus

• Amygdala

Answer explanation

The amygdala regulates individuals' interactions with environment that affect survival.

The _____ is the oldest and deepest part of the brain.

Answer explanation

The "brain stem is referred to as the reptilian brain" and 11 of the body nerves end in the brain stem. (Sousa, 2022, p. 15)

Also, the brain stem connects the brain to the spinal cord.

The brain stem is responsible for which body functions? Choose all that apply.

• Heartbeat

• Respiration

• Digestion

• Emotion

Answer explanation

Along with heartbeat, respiration, and digestion, the brain stem is also responsible for body temperature.

What "two-hemisphere structure is located just below the rear part of the cerebrum, right behind the brain stem? (Sousa, 2022, p. 18)

• Amygdala

• Cerebellum

• Cerebrum

• Hippocampus

Answer explanation

This part of the brain represents 11 percent of the brain's weight.

The cerebellum coordinates and stores the memory of what function of the body?

• Emotions

• Speech

• Movements

• Temperature

Answer explanation

All movements can become automated as performance can be improved.

The "cerebrum is the largest area, representing nearly _______% of the brain by weight. (Sousa, 2022, p. 17)

Answer explanation

The cerebrum is pale gray, wrinkled, and contains furrows called fissures.

What part of the brain plays a part in controls a persons thinking, memory, speech, and muscular movement?

• Cerebrum

• Frontal Lobe

• Thalamus

• Hypothalamus

Answer explanation

Most of the action takes place on the cortex layer of the cerebrum.

The _______ is the executive control center that deals with planning and thinking.

Answer explanation

The frontal lobe is very important for working memory or short term memory of a person.

Where is the frontal lobe located in the brain?

• the top

• the back

• the bottom

• the front

Answer explanation

The frontal lobe is located in the front of the brain behind the forehead.

The __________ is located near the base of the limbic system area.