Phineas Gage Ch 3-4

What kind of injuries did Phineas Gage sustain in the accident?

• Injuries to the spinal cord

• Injuries to the toes

• Injuries to the ears

• Injuries to the frontal lobe.

What was the recovery process like for Phineas Gage after the accident?

• Quick and easy, with no lasting effects

• Challenging and involved physical and psychological rehabilitation

• Painful and required multiple surgeries

• Unnecessary and over-exaggerated by the media

What changes were observed in Phineas Gage's personality after the accident?

• Significant changes in personality

• No changes in personality

• Physical changes only

• Minor changes in personality

How did the accident impact Phineas Gage's life?

• The accident had no impact on his life

• The accident improved his memory and cognitive abilities

• The accident made him more cautious and responsible

• The accident caused severe damage to his brain, leading to changes in his personality and behavior

What is the medical and scientific significance of Phineas Gage's case?

• It demonstrated that brain function is not related to behavior

• It provided valuable insights into the relationship between brain function and behavior.

• It had no significance in the field of medicine and science

• It proved that brain injuries have no impact on behavior.

What part of Phineas Gage's brain was affected by the accident?

• Temporal lobe

• Parietal lobe

• Frontal lobe

• Occipital lobe

How did Phineas Gage's behavior change after the accident?

• His behavior became impulsive, aggressive, and socially inappropriate

• His behavior became more polite and considerate

• His behavior became more cautious and risk-adverse

• His behavior became more reserved and introverted

What were some challenges Phineas Gage faced during his recovery?

• Becoming a famous musician

• Becoming a professional athlete

• Personality changes, difficulty with social interactions, and physical disabilities

• Learning a new language

What are some theories about why Phineas Gage's personality changed after the accident?

• Damage to specific areas of the brain affecting his behavior and emotional regulation

• He was under a curse

• He was possessed by evil spirits

• He was faking the personality change

How did Phineas Gage's case help the field of neuroscience?

• It caused less people to research neuroscience

• It caused confusion and misinformation in the field of neuroscience

• It showed that brain function and behavior are connected

• It had no impact on the field of neuroscience