Reflexes and Neurons Worksheet

What is a reflex?

• A planned movement

• A slow brain process

• A quick, automatic response

• A digestive reaction

Which neuron detects pain and sends the first message?

• Motor neuron

• Interneuron

• Sensory neuron

• Muscle fiber

Where is the interneuron located?

• In the skin

• In the brain

• In the spinal cord

• In the lungs

What does the motor neuron do in a reflex arc?

• Sends signals to the brain

• Sends a signal to the muscle to move

• Stores memory

• Delivers oxygen

What happens in the brain after the reflex action?

• It ignores the signal

• It makes you repeat the action

• It helps you learn from the experience

• It produces red blood cells