Cerebrum and Cranial Nerves Quiz

What is the primary function of the cerebrum?

• Balance and coordination

• Regulation of heartbeat

• Higher cognitive functions like thinking and decision-making

• Control of breathing

Which lobe of the cerebrum is primarily responsible for processing visual information?

• Frontal lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Parietal lobe

• Occipital lobe

The left hemisphere of the cerebrum typically controls:

• The left side of the body

• The right side of the body

• Only vision and hearing

• Reflex actions

Which part of the cerebrum is involved in voluntary motor functions?

• Primary visual cortex

• Prefrontal cortex

• Primary motor cortex

• Wernicke's area

Broca's area, located in the cerebrum, is associated with:

• Understanding language

• Forming speech

• Controlling body temperature

• Coordinating balance

Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?

• Optic nerve

• Trigeminal nerve

• Olfactory nerve

• Facial nerve

What is the name of cranial nerve II?

• Olfactory nerve

• Optic nerve

• Oculomotor nerve

• Trochlear nerve

Which cranial nerve is also known as the "facial nerve"?

• Cranial nerve IV

• Cranial nerve VI

• Cranial nerve VII

• Cranial nerve IX

What is the name of cranial nerve X?

• Glossopharyngeal nerve

• Vagus nerve

• Hypoglossal nerve

• Accessory nerve

Which cranial nerve controls tongue movements?

• Accessory nerve

• Trigeminal nerve

• Facial nerve

• Hypoglossal nerve