Nervous System Quiz

What is the main function of the Central Nervous System (CNS)?

• Transmitting messages to and from the Central Nervous System (CNS)

• Carrying messages to and from the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)

• Controlling the digestive system

• Regulating blood sugar levels

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movements?

• Autonomic nervous system

• Sympathetic nervous system

• Somatic nervous system

• Parasympathetic nervous system

What is the main function of the spinal cord?

• To connect the brain and PNS and initiate spinal reflexes

• To produce hormones

• To store memories

• To control emotions

The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) is responsible for:

• Carrying sensory messages from the body to the brain

• Controlling voluntary movements

• Processing thoughts and emotions

• Connecting the CNS to internal organs and glands

Which division of the Autonomic Nervous System prepares the body for action (fight or flight response)?

• Sympathetic nervous system

• Parasympathetic nervous system

• Somatic nervous system

• Enteric nervous system

Which nervous system division is dedicated to regulating digestion?

• Central nervous system

• Somatic nervous system

• Enteric nervous system

• Sympathetic nervous system

The Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) is responsible for:

• Controlling emotions and thoughts

• Producing neurotransmitters

• Initiating spinal reflexes

• Carrying messages to and from the CNS

The Parasympathetic Nervous System helps the body by:

• Preparing the body for action

• Controlling voluntary movement

• Calming the body after action

• Processing sensory information

What part of the nervous system is responsible for carrying messages between sensory receptors and the CNS?

• Somatic nervous system

• Sympathetic nervous system

• Autonomic nervous system

• Enteric nervous system

The brain is responsible for:

• Only controlling the movement of muscles

• Only sending motor signals to the body

• Virtually everything we think, feel, and do

• Processing only voluntary movements