Nervous System Functions and Structures

Nervous System Functions and Structures

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial explains the nervous system, which includes the central and peripheral systems. The central nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, with the brain being divided into the cerebrum, cerebellum, and medulla oblongata. Each part of the brain has specific functions, such as memory, balance, and involuntary actions. The peripheral nervous system extends nerves throughout the body and is divided into the somatic and autonomous systems, responsible for sensory and involuntary functions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

Central and Peripheral

Somatic and Autonomous

Brain and Spinal Cord

Cerebrum and Cerebellum

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the central nervous system is responsible for thinking and reasoning?

Spinal Cord

Cerebrum

Medulla Oblongata

Cerebellum

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What protects the brain from physical damage?

Nerves

Cerebrospinal Fluid

Skull

Meninges

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the brain is crucial for maintaining balance?

Medulla Oblongata

Cerebellum

Cerebrum

Spinal Cord

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the medulla oblongata?

Coordination of movement

Memory storage

Control of involuntary actions

Sensory processing

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which system carries sensations from organs to the brain?

Autonomous Nervous System

Somatic Nervous System

Peripheral Nervous System

Central Nervous System

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the peripheral nervous system consist of?

Cerebrum and Cerebellum

Brain and Spinal Cord

Meninges and Skull

Nerves extending from the spinal cord

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the nervous system controls the inner organs?

Peripheral Nervous System

Autonomous Nervous System

Somatic Nervous System

Central Nervous System

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the somatic nervous system?

Protecting the brain

Maintaining balance

Carrying messages for movement

Control of involuntary muscles