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The Biological Perspective U2 MC Review - Psychology

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The part of the neuron that carry messages out to other neurons is the

a)

dendrite.

b)

axon.

c)

glia.

d)

soma.

2.

Which of the following produce myelin for the neurons in the brain and spinal cord?

a)

Oligodendrocytes

b)

Schwann cells

c)

Glial cells

d)

Dendrites

3.

In which disease is the myelin sheath destroyed by the individual’s own immune system?

a)

Autism spectrum disorder

b)

Major depressive disorder

c)

Schizophrenia

d)

Multiple sclerosis

4.

What type of ion concentration exists inside a neuron that is at rest?

a)

Positively charged sodium ions and negatively charged chloride ions

b)

Positively charged potassium ions and positively charged protein ions

c)

Positively charged potassium ions and negatively charged protein ions

d)

Negatively charged sodium ions and negatively charged chloride ions

5.

What is the fluid-filled gap between the axon of one neuron and the dendrite of the next neuron called?

a)

Receptor sites

b)

Synapse

c)

Synaptic vesicles

d)

Neurotransmitters

6.

Which neurotransmitter has possible links with Parkinson’s disease and schizophrenia?

a)

Serotonin

b)

Acetylcholine

c)

Dopamine

d)

Glutamate

7.

The neurons that carry messages from the spinal cord to the muscles and glands are known as

a)

efferent neurons.

b)

afferent neurons.

c)

interneurons.

d)

sensory neurons.

8.

While out for a walk, you come across a ferocious dog. You feel your heart beat faster and your palms begin to sweat. Which part of the peripheral nervous system is activated in this situation?

a)

Autonomic

b)

Sympathetic

c)

Parasympathetic

d)

Somatic

9.

Which hormone is known to be associated with the treatment of psychiatric disorders where social behavior is impacted?

a)

Oxytocin

b)

Vasopressin

c)

Melatonin

d)

Thyroxin

10.

Karen has been going through a stressful time ever since she lost her husband. The doctor has advised to get her cortisol levels checked. Which gland is responsible for the production of cortisol?

a)

Thyroid

b)

Pineal

c)

Adrenal

d)

Pancreas

11.

Brian is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. As part of his treatment, neurosurgeons place electrodes inside the thalamus. The electrodes are further connected to an impulse generator planted under his collarbone that sends impulses to the electrodes. What technique is Brian being subjected to?

a)

EEG technique

b)

PET technique

c)

Deep brain stimulation

d)

Transcranial magnetic stimulation

12.

Which neuroimaging technique for studying the structure and function of the brain uses a series of X-rays?

a)

Magnetic resonance imaging

b)

Computed tomography

c)

Positron emission tomography

d)

Electroencephalogram

13.

Which part of the brain is responsible for basic human functions like breathing, the heartbeat, and swallowing?

a)

Medulla

b)

Pons

c)

Reticular activating system

d)

Cerebellum

14.

A six-year-old has been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Which part of the brain is likely to be associated with this condition?

a)

Reticular activating system

b)

Cerebrum

c)

Pons

d)

Medulla

15.

Which part of your brain is active when you get cues about being hungry, thirsty, or sleepy?

a)

Hippocampus

b)

Thalamus

c)

Hypothalamus

d)

Amygdala

16.

While taking an exam, you are paying selective attention to the instructions given by your professor. You are also consciously involved in recognizing the words written on the question paper. Which part of your limbic system is responsible for these cognitive processes?

a)

Amygdala

b)

Hippocampus

c)

Hypothalamus

d)

Cingulate cortex

17.

Michaela had a fall in the bathroom and suffered injuries on the side of her head, behind the temples. Test results indicate that she has suffered a severe injury to her temporal lobe. Which of her senses are likely to be affected by this?

a)

Vision

b)

Hearing

c)

Taste and smell

d)

Touch

18.

Roger has suffered a major brain injury. As a result, he is unable to speak fluently, tends to mispronounce words, and speaks haltingly. For instance, he says “wat” instead of “watch” and “tot” instead of “talk.” What is the diagnosis?

a)

Visual agnosia

b)

Spatial neglect

c)

Broca’s aphasia

d)

Wernicke’s aphasia

19.

You come across a person at the airport who is reading the instruction board for his flight details. Although these are clearly mentioned on the right side of the board, he is unable to locate it even after you point at it. This could be a case of a. spatial neglect. b. Broca’s aphasia. c. visual agnosia. d. Wernicke’s aphasia.

a)

spatial neglect.

b)

Broca’s aphasia.

c)

visual agnosia.

d)

Wernicke’s aphasia.

20.

Which of the following is a correct pairing of hemisphere and function?

a)

Right; control of left-handed motor functions

b)

Left; control of left-handed motor functions

c)

Left; recognition of faces

d)

Right; reading