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Nervous System Functions and Structures

Nervous System Functions and Structures

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Other

5th - 6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial covers the nervous system, focusing on its two main parts: the central and peripheral nervous systems. It explains how learning creates new connections in the brain, enhancing memory and intelligence. The central nervous system, comprising the brain and spinal cord, is detailed, highlighting the brain's structure and functions, including the cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem. The video also discusses automatic body functions like heartbeat and digestion, controlled by the brain stem, and the role of sensory nerves in stimulus-response actions.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main parts of the nervous system?

Central and Peripheral

Autonomic and Somatic

Brain and Spinal Cord

Sensory and Motor

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does learning something new affect the brain?

It decreases brain size

It creates new connections

It erases old memories

It causes brain damage

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the spinal cord?

To regulate breathing

To transmit messages between the brain and body

To control emotions

To store memories

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the brain is responsible for creativity and problem-solving?

Cerebellum

Cerebrum

Hippocampus

Brain Stem

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the cerebellum play in the body?

Processes emotions

Coordinates muscle movement

Regulates heartbeat

Stores memories

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the brain is involved in automatic functions like breathing?

Hippocampus

Cerebrum

Cerebellum

Brain Stem

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of the hippocampus?

Coordinates muscle movement

Regulates heartbeat

Controls speech

Stores and processes memories

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