Nervous System Basics - The Brain

Which layer is directly beneath the bone in the meninges?

• Skin

• Periosteum

• Dura mater

• Pia mater

What is the primary function of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?

• To transport oxygen

• To cushion the brain

• To digest food

• To regulate temperature

Which diagnostic method uses cerebrospinal fluid?

• X-ray

• Lumbar puncture

• CT scan

• Ultrasound

What is the function of the cerebellum?

• Controls balance and coordination

• Regulates emotions

• Processes visual information

• Manages speech production

Which part of the brain is responsible for higher cognitive functions?

• Cerebrum

• Brain Stem

• Cerebellum

• Medulla

Which part of the brain is involved in involuntary actions?

• Brain Stem

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Hippocampus

What is the primary function of the cerebral cortex?

• Regulating body temperature

• Higher mental function and solving problems

• Controlling blood pressure

• Managing balance and coordination

What is a deep groove in the brain called?

• Gyrus

• Sulcus

• Fissure

• Cortex

What is a bump on the brain's surface called?

• Fissure

• Sulcus

• Gyrus

• Lobe

Which lobe is located at the front of the brain?

• Frontal Lobe

• Temporal Lobe

• Parietal Lobe

• Occipital Lobe