Nervous System Quiz

What are the two primary divisions of the nervous system?

• Central and Peripheral

• Somatic and Autonomic

• Sympathetic and Parasympathetic

• Cranial and Spinal

Which system connects the central nervous system to skeletal muscles and skin?

• Autonomic Nervous System

• Parasympathetic Nervous System

• Sympathetic Nervous System

• Somatic Nervous System

What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system?

• Transmission of sensory information

• Coordination of voluntary movements

• Automatic regulation of internal organs

• Conscious control of muscles

Which neurotransmitter is commonly used by preganglionic neurons in the autonomic nervous system?

• Dopamine

• Norepinephrine

• Serotonin

• Acetylcholine

What is the role of norepinephrine in the sympathetic nervous system?

• Promotes relaxation

• Inhibits heart rate

• Triggers fight or flight response

• Stimulates digestion

Which division of the autonomic nervous system is associated with the 'fight or flight' response?

• Somatic Nervous System

• Central Nervous System

• Sympathetic Nervous System

• Parasympathetic Nervous System

What effect does the parasympathetic nervous system have on the pupils?

• Dilates the pupils

• Alternates dilation and constriction

• No effect on the pupils

• Constricts the pupils

Which nervous system division is known as the 'cranial sacral division'?

• Sympathetic Nervous System

• Somatic Nervous System

• Central Nervous System

• Parasympathetic Nervous System

What is the primary neurotransmitter used by postganglionic neurons in the parasympathetic nervous system?

• Serotonin

• Acetylcholine

• Dopamine

• Norepinephrine

Which system is responsible for stimulating glucose production and release?

• Parasympathetic Nervous System

• Central Nervous System

• Somatic Nervous System

• Sympathetic Nervous System