The Nervous System

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for "fight or flight" reactions?

• Somatic Nervous System

• Sympathetic Nervous System

• Central Nervous System

• Parasympathetic Nervous System

What type of cell is responsible for transmitting messages in the nervous system?

• Muscle cell

• Skin cell

• Neuron

• Blood cell

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True or False: The nervous system works only when you are awake.

• True

• False

What is the main role of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

True or False: Neurons in the brain can make new connections throughout a person’s life.

• True

• False

Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?

• Cerebrum

• Brainstem

• Cerebellum

• Hippocampus

What part of the nervous system is known as the "second brain" because of its large number of neurons?

• The spinal cord

• The stomach

• The brainstem

• The gut

True or False: The brain has pain receptors that allow it to feel pain.

• True

• False

The part of the brain responsible for regulating breathing and heart rate is the __________.

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Messages in the nervous system are carried by special cells called __________.

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