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Parasympathetic vs Sympathetic Nervous Systems Quiz

Authored by Maria McNicol

Health Sciences

10th Grade

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Parasympathetic vs Sympathetic Nervous Systems Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a function of the parasympathetic nervous system?

Increases heart rate

Decreases heart rate

Dilates pupils

Inhibits digestion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for which of the following functions?

Stimulating digestion

Constricting pupils

Increasing heart rate

Promoting relaxation

3.

FILL IN THE BLANKS QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Fill in the blank: The parasympathetic nervous system is often referred to as the " (a)   " system.

4.

FILL IN THE BLANKS QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Fill in the blank: The sympathetic nervous system is activated during (a)   situations.

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe one role of the parasympathetic nervous system in the body's stress response.

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6.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Explain how the sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for a "fight or flight" response.

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7.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Match the following functions with the correct nervous system: 1. Increases saliva production 2. Dilates bronchi 3. Slows heart rate 4. Inhibits bladder contraction

Parasympathetic

Sympathetic

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