Brain Basics: Exploring the Functions of Our Most Complex Organ

Brain Basics: Exploring the Functions of Our Most Complex Organ

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Other

4th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial explains the brain's structure and functions. It covers the cerebrum, cerebellum, and medulla, detailing their roles in controlling senses, emotions, balance, learning, and involuntary actions. The cerebrum manages senses and imagination, the cerebellum aids in balance and learning, and the medulla oversees automatic functions like digestion and heartbeat. The video concludes with a recap and suggests additional resources for further exploration.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the brain is known as the 'little brain'?

Medulla

Brain Stem

Cerebellum

Cerebrum

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the cerebrum?

Managing emotions and balance

Controlling involuntary actions

Coordinating muscle movements

Regulating senses, imagination, and thoughts

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the brain is the largest?

Brain Stem

Cerebellum

Cerebrum

Medulla

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the brain helps you walk without falling?

Brain Stem

Cerebrum

Cerebellum

Medulla

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the cerebellum help with besides balance?

Heartbeat regulation

Involuntary actions

Learning new things

Sensing and imagination

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the medulla control?

Digestion, heartbeat, and breathing

Muscle movement and control

Emotions and learning

Senses and imagination

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the brain is responsible for involuntary actions?

Cerebrum

Cortex

Cerebellum

Medulla

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is another name for the brain stem?

Cerebrum

Cerebellum

Medulla

Cortex