WorksheetsNERVOUS SYSTEM
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 18mins
What is the function of the nervous system?
to control and coordinate body functions and systems.
to protect the body from harm.
to identify pain and begin healing.
to break down food.
Which of the following is NOT part of the Nervous System?
Brain
Heart
Spinal Cord
Nerves
This nervous system subdivision controls our involuntary muscles.
Central N.S.
Peripheral N.S.
Somatic N.S.
Autonomic N.S.
Which system controls all other body systems?
Muscular
Excretory
Nervous
Digestive
The basic unit of structure and function in the nervous system is a nerve cell. Nerve cells are also called _______.
Osteocytes
Dendrites
Neurons
Spinal Cords
What is the function of a nerve cell?
To transport needed food around the body
To control body movement for reflexes.
To carry messages (impulses) to and from the Central Nervous System
All of the above
The Central Nervous system includes what two body organs?
Brain and Nerves
Brain and Spinal Cord
Spinal cord and Nerves
Nerves and Neurons
What controls the nervous system and all decision-making?
Brain
Spinal Cord
Nerves
Neurons
The part of the Nervous system that connects the brain to the different parts of the body.
spinal cord
Brainstem
nerve cells
All of them
Myra hurt her toe. Which part of the nervous system is responsible for transmitting information to the brain about Myra’s toe?
Brainstem
Nerve cells
Spinal cord
Arteries
Which subdivision of the nervous system is activated when you are in a dynamic or stress mode?
Cranial Nerves
Spinal Nerves
Sympathetic
Parasympathetic
__________ is the part of a neuron or nerve cell that carries impulses TOWARD the cell body.
dendrites
cell body
axon
________ is the part of a neuron or nerve cell that carry impulses AWAY from the cell body going to the next dendrites.
Dendrites
Cell body
Axon
When you are floating on a beach or on a pool, which part of the brain controls your balance?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
Which type of neuron carries the message AWAY from the brain or spinal cord towards the glands and muscles?
Sensory Neuron
Motor Neuron
Associative Neuron
Which part of the brain controls balance and body coordination?
cerebrum
cerebellum
medulla
When the spinal cord responds in an emergency to a stimulus before the brain could think, this is called a ________ action.
response
synapse
cerebral response
reflex
What type of neuron sends the message or impulse TOWARD the brain and spinal cord?
Associative neuron
Sensory Neuron
Motor Neuron
Nerve cell
An example of a reflex action would be:
trying to solve a math problem
dancing
removing your hand instantly upon touching a hot surface
breathing
When you feel you want to poop, which part of your brain controls that one?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
All of them
When you sway your hands while you are walking, which part of your brain controls that action of yours?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
All of them
When you are riding the Space Shuttle in EK, which part of your brain helps you balance your body?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
All of them
Which part of the brain controls involuntary movements such as breathing and heart rate?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
All of them
How can you keep the nervous system healthy?
Do regular exercise
Drink plenty of water
Get plenty of sleep
All of the above
After the brain has thought and processed the information brought by the sensory neurons, the _______ neurons carry the reaction to the muscles or glands.
associative neuron
motor neuron
none of them
Cranial nerves and spinal nerves are both under what division of nervous system?
Somatic Nervous System
Autonomic Nervous System
Central Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous System
What division of the nervous system is responsible for restoring your body to its relax mode?
Spinal Nerves
Sympathetic
Parasympathetic
Spinal Nerves
The cerebellum deals with planning, recalling information, and decision making.
True
False
Emily was cross-stitching her project when she accidentally pricked the tip of her ring finger. At an instant, she pulled her hand. What kind of action did Emily show?
Reflex
Voluntary
Involuntary
Nervous
When you have a toothache, you feel pain because _______________.
there is a cavity in your tooth
tiny bits of food are left between your teeth
bacteria digest the food left between your teeth and produce an acid
the cavity reaches the nerves and the nerves send a message to the brain
