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How Our Brains Work Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main function of the amygdala?

a)

It processes our emotions and reacts to perceived danger.

b)

It helps us remember important information.

c)

It controls our decision making and reasoning.

d)

It helps us to read, write, and compute.

2.

Which part of the brain is responsible for storing memories?

a)

Amygdala

b)

Prefrontal Cortex

c)

Cerebellum

d)

Hippocampus

3.

At what age is the brain fully developed?

a)

25

b)

30

c)

21

d)

18

4.

What happens when the amygdala is calm?

a)

It sends information to the hippocampus.

b)

It sends information to the prefrontal cortex.

c)

It stops the information from going to the prefrontal cortex.

d)

It processes new learning.

5.

Which part of the brain helps you make thoughtful decisions?

a)

Prefrontal Cortex

b)

Cerebellum

c)

Hippocampus

d)

Amygdala

6.

What is the prefrontal cortex often referred to as?

a)

Emotional Processor

b)

Wise Leader

c)

Security Guard

d)

Memory Keeper

7.

Which part of the brain is like a librarian?

a)

Hippocampus

b)

Amygdala

c)

Prefrontal Cortex

d)

Cerebellum

8.

What is the speed at which information travels in the brain?

a)

250 miles an hour

b)

450 miles an hour

c)

150 miles an hour

d)

350 miles an hour

9.

What does the amygdala do when it perceives danger?

a)

It stops information from going to the prefrontal cortex.

b)

It helps you make thoughtful decisions.

c)

It helps you to read and write.

d)

It helps you remember important information.

10.

Which part of the brain helps you remember how to get to school?

a)

Prefrontal Cortex

b)

Hippocampus

c)

Cerebellum

d)

Amygdala