Nervous System Quiz

What is the primary function of the nervous system?

• Circulate blood throughout the body

• Detect impulses from the senses; control center

• Break down food for energy

• Protect internal organs

Which of the following is a major organ of the nervous system?

• Heart

• Liver

• Brain

• Stomach

Which organ is NOT part of the nervous system?

• Spinal cord

• Nerves

• Senses

• Kidneys

What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

• Central nervous system and Peripheral nervous system

• Autonomic nervous system and Somatic nervous system

• Sympathetic nervous system and Parasympathetic nervous system

• Sensory nervous system and Motor nervous system

Which part of the nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord?

• Peripheral nervous system

• Central nervous system

• Autonomic nervous system

• Somatic nervous system

Where do cranial nerves originate?

• Spinal cord

• Brain

• Peripheral nerves

• Cerebellum

Where do spinal nerves originate?

• Brain

• Cerebellum

• Spinal cord

• Peripheral nerves

What is the role of the Sensory (Afferent) Division in the Peripheral Nervous System?

• Sends impulses from the CNS to the muscles and glands

• Sends impulses from the senses to the CNS

• Controls voluntary muscle movements

• Used in emergency situations

Which division of the Peripheral Nervous System is responsible for involuntary muscle control?

• Somatic Nervous System

• Sensory (Afferent) Division

• Autonomic Nervous System

• Motor (Efferent) Division

What is the function of the Sympathetic Division?

• Provides resting functions such as digestion and urination

• Sends impulses from the senses to the CNS

• Used in emergency situations ("fight or flight")

• Controls voluntary muscle movements