Nervous System Quiz

Which of the following is a part of the central nervous system (CNS)?

• Nerves

• Brain

• Sensory receptors

• Eyes

What is the primary function of nerves in the nervous system?

• To produce hormones

• To connect the nervous system with other systems

• To store energy

• To filter blood

Which of the following is NOT a part of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

• Nerves

• Brain

• Sensory receptors

• Spinal cord

What does the Central Nervous System (CNS) consist of?

• Brain and peripheral nerves

• Spinal cord and brain

• Cranial nerves and spinal nerves

• Connective tissues and blood vessels

Which of the following is a function of the Central Nervous System (CNS)?

• Deliver sensory information to the CNS

• Attach to spinal cord

• Process and coordinate sensory data

• Connect to brain

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What does the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) mainly consist of?

• Neural tissue inside the CNS

• Nerves that extend from the brain and spinal cord

• Connective tissues and blood vessels

• Sensory data from inside the body

What is the function of cranial nerves in the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)?

• Attach to spinal cord

• Connect to brain

• Deliver motor commands

• Process sensory data

What is one of the functions of the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)?

• Process and coordinate sensory data

• Higher functions of brain intelligence

• Deliver sensory information to the CNS

• Control activities of peripheral organs

What is the function of the afferent division of the PNS?

• Respond to changes

• Detect changes

• Support neurons

• Protect neurons

What type of information does the efferent division carry?

• Sensory information to CNS

• Motor commands from CNS

• Neural signals to neurons

• Protective signals to glial cells