Nervous System Quiz

What is the primary function of the nervous system as depicted in the image?

• To provide structural support to the body

• To detect impulses from the senses and act as a control center

• To circulate blood throughout the body

• To absorb nutrients from food

Which of the following is NOT listed as a major organ of the nervous system in the image?

• Heart

• Brain

• Spinal cord

• Nerves

What are the two main divisions of the nervous system as described in the image?

• Autonomic nervous system and somatic nervous system

• Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system

• Enteric nervous system and central nervous system

• Peripheral nervous system and autonomic nervous system

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

• Peripheral nervous system

• Central nervous system

• Somatic nervous system

• Autonomic nervous system

Where do cranial nerves originate according to the information in the image?

• Spinal cord

• Peripheral nervous system

• Brain

• Somatic nervous system

What is the origin of spinal nerves as per the image?

• Brain

• Peripheral nervous system

• Spinal cord

• Autonomic nervous system

What is the primary function of the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)?

• Control voluntary muscle movements

• Regulate involuntary muscle control

• Comprise all nerves not in brain or spinal cord

• Send impulses from the CNS to muscles and glands

Which division of the nervous system is responsible for sending impulses from the senses to the Central Nervous System (CNS)?

• Motor (Efferent) Division

• Autonomic Nervous System

• Sensory (Afferent) Division

• Somatic Nervous System

What is the role of the Sympathetic Division of the nervous system?

• Provides resting functions such as digestion

• Controls voluntary muscle movements

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

• Sends impulses from the CNS to the muscles and glands

Which system is characterized by involuntary muscle control?

• Peripheral Nervous System

• Somatic Nervous System

• Autonomic Nervous System

• Motor (Efferent) Division