The Human Brain: Structures and Functions

What is described as the most powerful computer in the world according to the learning material?

• The human brain

• A supercomputer

• A smartphone

• The internet

According to the material, what does the brain control?

• Only your movements

• Only your thoughts

• Your thoughts, movements, and memories

• Only your dreams

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for speech and language?

• Right hemisphere

• Cerebellum

• Brainstem

• Left hemisphere

According to the material, how do the two hemispheres of the brain work?

• Independently

• In opposition

• Together, specializing in different functions

• Only during sleep

If a student remembers that "LL" stands for "language left," which hemisphere should they associate with language?

• Right

• Left

• Both equally

• Neither

Which hemisphere of the brain controls your right hand?

• Left hemisphere

• Right hemisphere

• Both hemispheres equally

• Neither hemisphere

What does the prefix "contra-" mean in the term "contralateral"?

• Opposite

• Same

• Side

• Middle

Why does the brain have folds and grooves?

• To increase surface area for more neurons

• To make the brain lighter

• To help with blood flow

• To protect the brain from injury

What is the primary function of the brain stem as described in the text?

• Controlling voluntary muscle movements

• Processing visual information

• Controlling basic life functions like breathing and heart rate

• Storing long-term memories

According to the text, what analogy is used to help understand the brain's structures?

• Building a house

• Driving a car

• Cooking a meal

• Playing a sport