Biological Psychology Quiz for Seniors

Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the regulation of mood and emotion?

• Dopamine

• Serotonin

• Acetylcholine

• GABA

What is the primary function of the hippocampus in the brain?

• Regulating emotions

• Processing memories

• Controlling movement

• Managing hunger

Which part of the brain is responsible for higher-order cognitive functions such as decision-making and problem-solving?

• Occipital lobe

• Parietal lobe

• Frontal lobe

• Temporal lobe

Which neurotransmitter is most closely linked to the reward system and pleasure in the brain?

• Norepinephrine

• Dopamine

• Glutamate

• Serotonin

What is the role of the amygdala in the brain?

• Language processing

• Visual processing

• Emotional processing

• Motor control

Which brain structure is primarily involved in the coordination of voluntary movements?

• Cerebellum

• Medulla

• Thalamus

• Hypothalamus

Which neurotransmitter is known for its inhibitory effects in the central nervous system?

• Glutamate

• Acetylcholine

• GABA

• Dopamine

What is the primary function of the occipital lobe?

• Auditory processing

• Visual processing

• Sensory processing

• Motor control

Which neurotransmitter is involved in muscle contraction and is also important for learning and memory?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Acetylcholine

• Norepinephrine

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

• Frontal lobe

• Parietal lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Occipital lobe