Nervous System Quiz

What is the main function of the brain structure called the cerebellum?

• Control involuntary movements, such as breathing and heart rate.

• Process and interpret sensory information.

• Coordinate voluntary movements, maintain posture, and balance.

• Produce and regulate hormones.

Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

• synapse

• dendrites

• cell body

• axon

What is the function of the peripheral nervous system?

• Transmitting information between the central nervous system and the rest of the body.

• Controlling voluntary movements of the body.

• Regulating body temperature and metabolism.

• Producing and releasing hormones.

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

• peripheral nervous system

• autonomic nervous system

• somatic nervous system

• central nervous system

What are neurotransmitters?

• Hormones that regulate body temperature.

• Proteins that provide structure to cells.

• Chemical messengers that transmit signals between neurons.

• Enzymes that break down food.

Which brain structure is responsible for regulating body temperature and hunger?

• cerebellum

• hypothalamus

• medulla oblongata

• occipital lobe

What is the function of the axon in a neuron?

• Receive sensory information

• Store memories

• Transmit electrical signals

• Produce neurotransmitters

What are the two main divisions of the peripheral nervous system?

• somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system

• central nervous system and autonomic nervous system

• somatic nervous system and central nervous system

• autonomic nervous system and sensory nervous system

Which part of the nervous system controls voluntary movements?

• autonomic nervous system

• central nervous system

• peripheral nervous system

• somatic nervous system

What is the role of neurotransmitters in signal transmission between neurons?

• Neurotransmitters have no role in signal transmission between neurons.

• Neurotransmitters only transmit signals within a single neuron.

• Neurotransmitters are responsible for generating electrical signals in neurons.

• Neurotransmitters transmit signals between neurons.