Neurobiology of Cognition Quiz

Which anatomical term refers to a position toward the back of the body?

• Caudal

• Rostral

• Dorsal

• Ventral

What is the function of the Medulla in the brain?

• Controls breathing and heart-rate

• Relays info between Cortex & Cerebellum

• Forms new memories

• Motor programs

Which structure is responsible for controlling feeding, fighting, fleeing, and sex?

• Hypothalamus

• Hippocampus

• Amygdala

• Thalamus

Which brain structure is involved in the control of movement and planned sequential behaviors?

• Olfactory Bulb

• Basal Ganglia

• Cingulate Gyrus

• Hippocampus

What is the primary source of input to the Cerebral Cortex?

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

• Hypothalamus

• Thalamus

Which structure is responsible for the production of Cerebral Spinal Fluid?

• Thalamus

• Hypothalamus

• Ventricles

• Hippocampus

What is the function of the Blood-Brain Barrier?

• Provides cushion and support for the brain

• Regulates internal environment

• Controls internal organs

• Provides strict controls over chemical content of brain

What is the function of the Autonomic Nervous System?

• Responsible for interaction with external environment

• Regulates internal environment

• Controls internal organs

• Produces Cerebral Spinal Fluid

What is the primary function of the Cerebellum?

• Controls voluntary movements and balance

• Regulates body temperature

• Controls emotions and memories

• Regulates sleep and wakefulness

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for memory formation?

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

• Thalamus

• Cerebellum