Nervous System Review

Which of the following is not a function of the nervous system?

• Communicating within the body

• Controlling the body

• Communicating the external environment to the body

• Digestion of food within the body for nutrients

Which of the following are parts of the central nervous system?

• brain

• spinal cord

• heart

• nerves

• spine

Which of the following is NOT a main part of the nervous system?

• brain

• spinal cord

• sensory organs

• nerves

• heart

What types of cells are found in the brain?

• Neurons

• Glial cells

• Skin cells

• Gamete cells

• Heart cells

Which of the following is NOT a part of the brain?

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Brainstem

• Spinal cord

Match the following cerebral lobes to their functions.

• Occipital

• determines spatial relationships, number concepts, and sensory input from the skin

• Frontal

• language comprehension, visual memories, and emotional association

• Temporal

• determines consequence, reward, and similarities and differences

• Parietal

• visual processing center of the brain

What part of the brain primarily coordinates muscle movements (precision and timing) and controls balance and posture?

• Cerebrum
• Cerebellum
• Thalamus
• Hippocampus

Which part of the brain plays an important role in the regulation of the central nervous system, and in maintaining consciousness and regulating the sleep cycle, as well as regulating heart rate, breathing, and digestion?

• Thalamus
• Cerebellum
• Hypothalamus
• Brainstem

What organ of the nervous system connects the sensory neurons of the peripheral nervous system to the brain?

• Spinal cord
• Cerebellum
• Brainstem
• Thalamus

Which part of the nervous system interprets information received from all parts of the body AND coordinates and influences all parts of the body?

• Central Nervous System (CNS)
• Somatic Nervous System (SNS)
• Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)
• Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)