The Nervous System

The Nervous System

8th Grade

15 Qs

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The Nervous System

The Nervous System

Assessment

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Science

8th Grade

Practice Problem

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NGSS
MS-LS1-2, MS-LS1-8, MS-LS1-3

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the basic functional unit of the nervous system?

Axon

Neuron

Dendrite

Synapse

Answer explanation

The basic functional unit of the nervous system is the neuron. It is responsible for transmitting electrical signals and information throughout the body.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

Which part of the brain is responsible for processing visual information?

image: List of regions in the human brain - Wikipedia

Cerebellum

Medulla oblongata

Occipital lobe

Frontal lobe

Answer explanation

The occipital lobe is responsible for processing visual information. It is located at the back of the brain.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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What is the main function of the spinal cord?

To control voluntary movements

To process thoughts and learning

To transmit information between the brain and the rest of the body

To regulate breathing and heart rate

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

How do sensory neurons contribute to sensory perception?

By moving muscles in response to stimuli

By transmitting information from the environment to the central nervous system

By releasing hormones into the bloodstream

By protecting the body against pathogens

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-8

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What is the role of motor neurons?

They transmit sensory information to the brain.

They carry signals from the central nervous system to muscles.

They protect neuronal pathways.

They process visual information.

Answer explanation

Motor neurons carry signals from the central nervous system to muscles, allowing for movement and coordination.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

Axon

Cell body

Dendrites

Myelin sheath

Answer explanation

Dendrites receive signals from other neurons. They are the part of the neuron that receives information and transmits it to the cell body.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What is the primary function of the cerebellum?

Regulating blood pressure

Coordinating voluntary movements

Processing sensory information

Controlling speech

Answer explanation

The primary function of the cerebellum is to coordinate voluntary movements.

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