A Computer in Your Head Quizziz

What is the human brain compared to in the text?

• A spider web

• A clock

• A computer

• All of the above

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the primary source of energy for the brain?

• Oxygen

• Glucose

• Protein

• Fat

How do computers send electrical signals?

• Through neurons

• Through wires

• Through muscles

• Through glands

What happens when a computer is turned on?

• It starts heating up

• Electrical signals reach parts of the machine

• It begins to cool down

• It shuts down

What is the brain compared to in terms of its function?

• A metal box

• A hummingbird

• A light bulb

• A telephone switchboard

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What provides similar protection for your brain as a hard cover does for a computer?

• Skin

• Skull

• Neurons

• Synapse

What can computers be programmed to respond to?

• Emotions

• Light levels

• Synapses

• Neurotransmitters

What is the result of neurotransmitters attaching to receptors?

• A large signal

• A small electrical response

• Memory storage

• Data processing

What is the biggest difference between a computer and the human brain according to the text?

• Speed of processing

• Consciousness

• Memory capacity

• Size

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is the easiest way to describe consciousness as mentioned in the text?

• Knowing you are here

• Performing tasks quickly

• Storing information

• Solving problems

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2