The Brain Quiz Review

Match the vocabulary word to its definition. 

• connects brain and spinal cord

• brain stem

• largest part of brain; controls function

• cerebrum

• back part of brain; controls moement

• cerebellum 

   

Match the vocabulary word to its definition. 

• structures in the brain emtions/memory

• limbic system

• state of mind

• memory

• ability to store and recall information

• neurobiologist

• scientist who studies the brain         

• emotion

Which part of the brain is divided into four lobes? 

• cerebral cortex

• cerebellum

• parietal

• brain stem

Which part of the brain controls the right side of the body, receives signals from the right side of the body, and increases activity when experiencing positive emotions? 

• right half

• left half

• front half

• back half

Which part of the brain controls the left side of the body, receives signals from the left side of the body, and increases activity when experiencing negative emotions? 

• right half

• left half

• front half

• back half

How are messages transferred through the brain? 

• By neurons transmitting electrical signals 

• By blood cells moving through arteries 

• Through air spaces surrounding the brain 

• Through cells physically colliding with each other 

Which structure functions to protect the brain? 

• Brain stem    

• occipital lobe

• cranium 

• cerebellum

According to scientists there are ______ human emotions. 

• 6

• 10

• 50

• anywhere from 4 to 27

You feel suddenly angry about something. The limbic system, specifically the __________________ is causing this emotion. 

• Hypothalamus  

• amygdala  

• thalamus 

• hippocampus

Practice is important for memory to transition into learning because it __________________ how signals pass between neurons 

• strengthens

• weakens