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WorksheetsNerves and Nerve Impulse
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 59mins
Neuron
a specialized cell transmitting nerve impulses; a nerve cell
Nerve tissues that control the activities of the body
The nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord.
Nerves connected to the brain.
Nerves connected to the spinal cord.
Central Nervous System
a specialized cell transmitting nerve impulses; a nerve cell
Nerve tissues that control the activities of the body
The nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord.
Nerves connected to the brain.
Nerves connected to the spinal cord.
Peripheral Nervous System
a specialized cell transmitting nerve impulses; a nerve cell
Nerve tissues that control the activities of the body
The nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord.
Nerves connected to the brain.
Nerves connected to the spinal cord.
Somatic Nervous System
Controls skeletal muscle contractions.
Controls the bodily functions not consciously directed.
A large round nucleus with a prominent nucleolus.
nerve fiber, is a long, slender projection of a nerve cell
Substance released by the nerve fiber by a nerve impulse.
Autonomic Nervous System
Controls skeletal muscle contractions.
Controls the bodily functions not consciously directed.
A large round nucleus with a prominent nucleolus.
nerve fiber, is a long, slender projection of a nerve cell
Substance released by the nerve fiber by a nerve impulse.
Cell Body
Controls skeletal muscle contractions.
Controls the bodily functions not consciously directed.
A large round nucleus with a prominent nucleolus.
nerve fiber, is a long, slender projection of a nerve cell
Substance released by the nerve fiber by a nerve impulse.
Sensory Neurons
Site where the neuron communicates with another cell.
Controls the bodily functions not consciously directed.
They deliver information from sensory receptors to the CNS.
nerve fiber, is a long, slender projection of a nerve cell
Substance released by the nerve fiber by a nerve impulse.
What is the biggest part of the brain?
Adrenaline
Glucagon
Cerebrum
Cortisol
What are the spheres of the Cerebrum? Check those that apply:
Left
Right
Front
Back
Bottom
The Brain Stem connects:
the cerebrum to the spinal cord
the cerebrum to the cell body
the spinal cord to the synapse
the nervous system to the cranial nerves
The part of the neuron that insulates the axon and increases the speed of the neural message within the neuron.
Cell Body
Dendrite
Myelin Sheath
Axon Terminal
This brain structure plays an important role in emotions, especially fear. (Sousa, p.19)
Amygdala
Thalamus
Hippocampus
Hypothalamus
This brain structure is the oldest and deepest area of the brain. It is often referred to as the reptilian brain because it resembles the entire brain of a reptile. (Sousa, p.18)
Brain Stem
Cerebellum
Cerebrum
Frontal Lobe
The __________ is a two-hemisphere structure located just below the rear part of the cerebrum, right behind the brain stem. This area coordinates movement. (Sousa, p.21)
Amygdala
Cerebellum
Frontal Lobe
Hippocampus
This soft and jellylike structure of the brain occupies the largest area and representing nearly 80% of the brain by weight. (Sousa, p.20)
Brain Stem
Cerebellum
Cerebrum
Frontal Lobe
Often called the executive control center, these lobes deal with planning and thinking. (Sousa, pp. 16-17)
Frontal Lobes
Temporal Lobes
Occipital Lobes
Parietal Lobes
The ___________ plays a major role in consolidating learning and in converting information from working memory via electrical signals to the long-term storage regions. (Sousa, p.19)
Thalamus
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Amygdala
This structure monitors the internal systems to maintain the normal state of the body. (Sousa, p.19)
Thalamus
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Amygdala
All incoming sensory information (except for smell) goes first to the ______________
Thalamus
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Amygdala
What is the function of the highlighted area of the brain, shown above? (Image retrieved from Kenhub.com)
planning and thinking
dealing with sound, music, face and recognizing object
visual processing
integrating sensory information
What is the function of the above highlighted brain area?
(Image retrieved from Kenhub.com)
coordinating movement
controlling the release of various hormones
regulating individual's interaction with the environment
monitoring and controlling vital body functions
Name the highlighted structure of the brain.
(Image retrieved from Kenhub.com)
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brain Stem
Hypothalamus
Which area of the brain controls vital bodily functions such as heartbeat, respiration, body temperature, & digestion?
(Sousa, 2017, p.18)
Hippocampus
Brain stem
Cerebellum
Cerebrum
If a person sustains damage to their frontal lobe the result could be loss of speech, but their personality should not be affected.
(Sousa, 2017, p.16)
True
False
What areas of the brain play a role in ensuring that a person remembers events that are emotional and important?
(Sousa, 2017 p.19)
Cerebellum and Hypothalamus
Amygdala and thalamus
Amygdala and Hippocampus
Hippocampus and Hypothalamus
Which scenario might happen to a person who has sustained damage to their cerebellum?
This person has difficulty tying their shoelaces.
This person has difficulty regulating their fears.
Which color represents the temporal lobe?
Blue
Yellow
Pink
Green
Which part of the brain is involved in our ability to speak?
Cerebellum
Broca's Area
Somatic Sensory Area
Brain Stem
Which color represents the parietal lobe?
Blue
Pink
Yellow
Green
Which brain function is the pons involved with?
Controlling heart rate
Receiving sensory information
Regulates body temperature
Controlling breathing
Which area of the brain is involved with movement?
Primary motor area
Broca's area
Midbrain
Hypothalamus
Which color represents the occipital lobe?
Yellow
Blue
Pink
Green
What are the ridges on the cerebrum called?
Gyri
Sulci
Fissure
White matter
Which color represents the frontal lobe?
Yellow
Pink
Red
Blue
What are the grooves in the cerebrum called?
Gyri
Sulci
Fissures
Ridges
