Brain Function, Laceration and Bone Fracture Quiz

What is the role of the skull?

• Protect the heart

• Hold the brain in place

• Protect the brain

• Help with breathing

What is a concussion?

• A type of brain surgery

• A mild brain injury

• A severe headache

• A skin injury

Which part of the brain helps with balance and coordination?

• Cerebrum

• Brainstem

• Cerebellum

• Skull

What is a laceration?

• A type of headache

• A deep cut or tear

• A brain infection

• A muscle strain

Which sport is most commonly associated with concussions?

• Basketball

• Soccer

• Football

• Tennis

If a player falls and hits their head on the ground during a soccer game, what type of injury might they have?

• A sprain

• A concussion

• A fracture

• A bruise

Which of the following is a common cause of lacerations?

• Tripping over a shoelace

• Cooking with sharp knives

• Reading a book

• Walking on grass

A person gets a deep cut from falling onto a broken glass bottle. What should they do first?

• Ignore it

• Clean the wound and apply pressure

• Put a band-aid on it

• Wrap it with a towel

In which situation might a child suffer from a concussion?

• Playing video games

• Biking without a helmet

• Reading a book

• Eating lunch

What is a potential long-term effect of repeated concussions in athletes?

• Improved memory

• Chronic headaches

• Better coordination

• Increased strength