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AP Psychology Unit 1A

Total questions: 154

Worksheet time: 2hrs 34mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main function of the cerebral cortex?

a)

Regulating body temperature and heart rate.

b)

Processing sensory information and controlling cognitive functions.

c)

Producing hormones and regulating metabolism.

d)

Filtering waste products and maintaining fluid balance.

2.

Which part of the brain is responsible for forming new memories?

a)

cerebellum

b)

hippocampus

c)

amygdala

d)

medulla

3.

What is the role of the amygdala in the brain?

a)

The amygdala is responsible for processing visual information.

b)

The amygdala is responsible for controlling motor functions.

c)

The amygdala is responsible for processing emotions and storing emotional memories.

d)

The amygdala is responsible for regulating body temperature.

4.

Which lobe of the brain is primarily associated with auditory processing?

a)

occipital lobe

b)

temporal lobe

c)

parietal lobe

d)

frontal lobe

5.

What is the primary function of the occipital lobe?

a)

Regulating body temperature

b)

Processing visual information

c)

Controlling motor functions

d)

Processing auditory information

6.

What happens when the hippocampus is damaged?

a)

Improved memory and enhanced ability to form new memories.

b)

Memory loss and difficulties in forming new memories.

c)

Temporary memory loss and difficulties in forming new memories.

d)

No effect on memory or ability to form new memories.

7.

Which lobe of the brain is responsible for visual processing?

a)

Temporal lobe

b)

Parietal lobe

c)

Occipital lobe

d)

Frontal lobe

8.

What is the primary function of the parietal lobe?

a)

Regulating body temperature

b)

Processing visual information

c)

Controlling motor functions

d)

Processing sensory information and spatial perception

9.

What role does the cerebellum play in the brain?

a)

The cerebellum is responsible for processing emotions.

b)

The cerebellum is responsible for controlling motor functions.

c)

The cerebellum is responsible for processing visual information.

d)

The cerebellum is responsible for regulating body temperature.

10.

What is the function of the medulla in the brain?

a)

Regulating body temperature and heart rate.

b)

Processing sensory information and controlling cognitive functions.

c)

Producing hormones and regulating metabolism.

d)

Controlling involuntary functions such as breathing and heart rate.

11.
forming new neurons
a)
plasticity 
b)
neurogenesis
12.
brains ability to recover
a)
plasticity
b)
neurogenesis
13.
Shows hotspots of the brain consumption of glucose
a)
EEG
b)
PET
c)
MRI
d)
CT
14.

What are chemical messengers that transmit signals across synapses?

a)

receptors

b)

hormones

c)

enzymes

d)

neurotransmitters

15.

Which lobe of the brain is responsible for higher cognitive functions such as reasoning and problem-solving?

a)

frontal lobe

b)

parietal lobe

c)

temporal lobe

d)

occipital lobe

16.

Which part of the brain plays a key role in processing emotions, especially fear and aggression?

a)

cerebellum

b)

hippocampus

c)

thalamus

d)

amygdala

17.

What is the function of the limbic system?

a)

Regulating emotions and memory

b)

Controlling motor functions

c)

Processing visual information

d)

Regulating body temperature

18.

What happens when the limbic system is damaged?

a)

Loss of emotional control

b)

Enhanced memory formation

c)

Improved motor skills

d)

Increased body temperature

19.
Name the lobe that appears pink in this image.
a)
Frontal
b)
Parietal
c)
Temporal
d)
Occipital
20.
When you go to reach for a pencil and you miss the mark, you may have an impaired...
a)
Parietal Lobe
b)
Cerebellum
c)
Frontal Lobe
d)
Temporal Lobe
21.
The four lobes of the brain make up the:
a)
Cerebellum
b)
Diencephalon
c)
Cerebrum
d)
Brainstem
22.
Name the lobe that appears yellow in this image.
a)
Frontal
b)
Parietal
c)
Temporal
d)
Occipital
23.
What is the main control center of the body that contains the brain and spinal cord?
a)
Peripheral nervous system
b)
Central nervous system
c)
Autonomic nervous system
d)
Somatic nervous system
24.
Which lobe of the brain is located on the sides by your ears?
a)
Temporal
b)
Frontal
c)
Occipital
d)
Parietal
25.
What is this?
a)
Cerebrum
b)
Cerebellum
c)
Brain Stem
d)
Diencephalon
26.
Possesses the Primary Motor Cortex
a)
Temporal Lobe
b)
Parietal Lobe
c)
Occipital Lobe
d)
Frontal Lobe
27.

Possesses the Somatosensory Cortex

a)

Temporal Lobe

b)

Parietal Lobe

c)

Occipital Lobe

d)

Frontal Lobe

28.

What is the purpose of the corpus callosum?

a)

Send information from one hemisphere of the brain to the other hemisphere.

b)

Production of language.

c)

Allows you to see.

d)

Processes your glands.

29.

What does Broca's area do?

a)

Processing language understanding.

b)

Allows production of speech.

c)

Makes associations between a place and name.

d)

Makes associations between a name and a face.

30.

Which of the following hemispheric specializations is not correct?

a)

left hemisphere- language production

b)

right hemisphere- spatial skills

c)

left hemisphere- emotion recognition

d)

right hemisphere- creativity

31.

If a split brain patient were have an image flashed to their right hemisphere (left visual field), then

a)

the patient would be able to tell you what they saw.

b)

the patient would be able to use their left hand to unconsciously draw the image.

c)

the patient would be able to use their right hand to unconsciously draw the image.

d)

The patient would have no way to identify what they saw.

32.

An electroencephalogram allows a researcher to understand ___.

a)

different stages of sleep.

b)

see structure of the brain.

c)

determine specific areas of brain activity.

d)

produces an image to indicate activity of the brain.

33.

Depolarization

a)

Phase of action potential where the inside of the neuron becomes less negative due to the influx of positively charged ions, such as sodium ions.

b)

Phase of action potential where the inside of the neuron becomes more negative due to the efflux of potassium ions.

c)

Phase of action potential where the neuron is at rest and no ions are moving across the membrane.

d)

Phase of action potential where the neuron is hyperpolarized and cannot fire an action potential.

34.

Action Potential

a)

Brief electrical impulse that travels along the axon of a neuron.

b)

A chemical signal that transmits information between neurons.

c)

A type of neurotransmitter released during synaptic transmission.

d)

A process that occurs only in the dendrites of a neuron.

35.

All-or-Nothing Principle

a)

States that once a neuron reaches its threshold of excitation, it will fire an action potential at full strength.

b)

Indicates that neurons can fire at varying strengths depending on the stimulus.

c)

Suggests that neurons can only fire if they receive a continuous signal.

d)

Implies that all neurons fire simultaneously regardless of the stimulus.

36.

Somatic Nervous System

a)

Division of the peripheral nervous system responsible for controlling voluntary movements and relaying sensory information from the body to the central nervous system.

b)

Part of the central nervous system that regulates involuntary actions.

c)

System that connects the brain to the spinal cord only.

d)

Network responsible for processing emotions and memory.

37.

Resting Potential

a)

The stable, negative electrical charge that exists across the cell membrane of a neuron when it is not actively transmitting signals.

b)

The process by which a neuron sends an electrical signal down its axon.

c)

The temporary change in electrical potential that occurs when a neuron is activated.

d)

The ability of a neuron to recover after firing an action potential.

38.

Interneurons

a)

Nerve cells that serve as connectors within the central nervous system, relaying signals between sensory neurons and motor neurons.

b)

Cells that transmit signals from the brain to the muscles.

c)

Sensory neurons that detect external stimuli.

d)

Motor neurons that initiate movement in response to stimuli.

39.

Autonomic Nervous System

a)

Division of the central nervous system that controls voluntary movements.

b)

Division of the peripheral nervous system that regulates involuntary bodily functions.

c)

Part of the brain responsible for conscious thought and decision making.

d)

System that manages sensory information and reflex actions.

40.

Peripheral Nervous System

a)

Consists of all the nerves and ganglia outside the brain and spinal cord.

b)

Is responsible for processing sensory information and coordinating responses.

c)

Includes only the cranial nerves and spinal nerves.

d)

Is part of the central nervous system along with the brain and spinal cord.

41.

Sympathetic Nervous System

a)

Responsible for activating the body's 'fight or flight' response in times of stress or danger.

b)

Regulates the body's rest and digest functions.

c)

Controls voluntary muscle movements.

d)

Manages the body's energy expenditure during sleep.

42.

Threshold

a)

The maximum level of stimulation that can be tolerated by a neuron.

b)

The level of stimulation required to trigger an action potential in a neuron.

c)

The average level of stimulation experienced by a neuron during rest.

d)

The level of stimulation that inhibits neuronal activity.

43.

Sensory Neurons

a)

Specialized nerve cells that transmit sensory information from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.

b)

Nerve cells that only transmit motor information to muscles.

c)

Cells that are responsible for processing visual information in the brain.

d)

General nerve cells that do not have a specific function.

44.

Glial Cells

a)

Cells that transmit electrical signals in the nervous system.

b)

Support cells that provide structural support, insulation, and nourishment to neurons.

c)

Cells that form the blood-brain barrier only.

d)

Cells that are responsible for the production of neurotransmitters.

45.

Myasthenia Gravis

a)

Chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the neuromuscular junction, where nerve impulses are transmitted to muscles.

b)

A viral infection that causes muscle weakness and fatigue.

c)

A genetic disorder that leads to muscle degeneration over time.

d)

An acute bacterial infection that affects the nervous system.

46.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

a)

Responsible for promoting relaxation and restoring the body to a calm state after experiencing stress or danger.

b)

Stimulates the body's fight or flight response during stressful situations.

c)

Increases heart rate and blood pressure in response to danger.

d)

Prepares the body for physical activity and energy expenditure.

47.

Motor Neurons

a)

Nerve cells that transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles, glands, and organs, initiating and controlling voluntary and involuntary movements.

b)

Cells that only transmit signals from muscles to the brain.

c)

Nerve cells that are responsible for processing sensory information.

d)

Cells that connect different parts of the brain to each other.

48.

Refractory Period

a)

A brief period during which a neuron can generate multiple action potentials.

b)

A brief period following an action potential during which a neuron is unable to generate another action potential.

c)

The time it takes for a neuron to recover from a synaptic transmission.

d)

The phase when a neuron is at rest and not transmitting signals.

49.

According to the evolutionary approach, behavioral and mental ____?____ should be a primary focus of psychology.

a)

observation

b)

growth

c)

adaptiveness

d)

conflicts

50.

Consists of the brain and spinal cord.

a)

Peripheral Nervous System

b)

Central Nervous System

c)

Autonomic Nervous System

d)

Somatic Nervous System

51.

What is the term for the biological process that regulates the sleep/wake cycle?

a)

Circadian Rhythm

b)

Sleep Cycle

c)

Biological Clock

d)

Sleep Regulation

52.

Which part of the brain is responsible for balance and coordination?

a)

Cerebellum

b)

Cerebrum

c)

Brainstem

d)

Thalamus

53.

What is the primary function of the reflex arc?

a)

To allow for quick, involuntary responses to stimuli

b)

To process sensory information and make decisions

c)

To enhance voluntary muscle control

d)

To regulate body temperature

54.

What is the function of the somatic nervous system?

a)

To control involuntary muscle movements

b)

To regulate heart rate and blood pressure

c)

To control voluntary muscle movements

d)

To manage digestive processes

55.

What is the primary function of the frontal lobe?

a)

Memory retention

b)

Emotional regulation

c)

Decision making and problem solving

d)

Visual processing

56.

Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

a)

Axon

b)

Dendrites

c)

Soma

d)

Myelin sheath

57.

Which stage of sleep is characterized by rapid eye movement?

a)

NREM

b)

Stage 1

c)

REM

d)

Stage 2

58.

What is the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?

a)

To transmit signals across synapses

b)

To protect neurons from damage

c)

To store genetic information

d)

To provide energy to the brain

59.

Which of the following will be the most alike?

a)

Fraternal twins raised in the same environment.

b)

Identical twins raised in different environments.

c)

Siblings raised in the same environment.

d)

Identical twins raised in the same environment.

60.

Generally speaking, heritability is the extent to which

a)

differences among people are accounted for by genes.

b)

An individual's traits are due to genes or the environment.

c)

differences among people are due to the environment.

d)

differences among people are due to their cultural heritage.

61.

Which of he following best explains epigenetics?

a)

The process of how the brain adapts to different environmental changes and creates new neural pathways.

b)

A measurement to determine how much variation there in in a population when it comes to a population's genes.

c)

The study of how our environment and a person's behavior impact how our genes work.

d)

The study of the impact of natural selection on a population and individuals that make up that population

62.

This part of the endocrine system helps communicate with the other glands in the endocrine system and is under the direction of the hypothalamus.

a)

Pineal gland

b)

Thyroid gland

c)

Pituitary gland

d)

Pancreas

63.

Hormones are ___________ released into the ____________.

a)

neurons; neurotransmitters

b)

chemical messengers; bloodstream

c)

electrical messengers; bloodstream

d)

chemical messengers; synapse

64.

Which of the following communicates with the pituitary gland, which in turn controls the endocrine system?

a)

Nervous system

b)

Hypothalamus

c)

Spinal Cord

d)

Pancreas

65.

Which is the correct order/sequence of the parts of a neuron in a neural impulse?

a)
axon, dendrite, cell body, synapse
b)
dendrite, axon, cell body, synapse
c)
synapse, axon, dendrite, cell body
d)
dendrite, cell body, axon, synapse
66.
Neurons that travel toward the central nervous system are called
a)

afferent/sensory neurons

b)

efferent/motor neurons

c)
exit neurons
d)
CNS neurons
67.

.

Label the Neuron-What does the letter "H" represent?

a)

Schwan celln

b)

Axon terminal

c)

Axon

d)

Dendrite

68.

Myelin would be which color of structure?

a)

the red one

b)

the blue one

c)

the green one

d)

the purple one

69.

All the parts of the nervous system except the brain and spinal cord.

a)

Central Nervous System (CNS)

b)

Peripheral nervous system (PNS)

c)

Autonomic nervous system

d)

Somatic nervous system

70.
The part of the neuron that insulates the axon and increases the speed of the neural message within the neuron.
a)
Synapse
b)
Dendrite
c)
Myelin Sheath
d)
Axon Terminal Button
71.

Which part of the peripheral nervous system deals with involuntary activities?

a)

somatic

b)

autonomic

72.
The correct direction of the neural impulse within one neuron.
a)
Axon Terminal to Dendrite
b)
Dendrite to Axon Terminal
c)
Cell Body to Axon
d)
Axon Terminal to Cell Body
73.

I support neurons and help produce myelin what am I?

a)

Axons

b)

Dendrites

c)

Glial cells

d)

Cell bodies

74.

After the neurotransmitter crosses he synaptic gap what process occurs?

a)

Reuptake

b)

The axon sends the message across the synaptic gap

c)

The resting period

d)

Threshold

75.

The tiny gap between neurons where nerve impulses are sent from one neuron to another.

a)

synapse

b)

axon terminal

c)

impulse

d)

myelin

76.
In order for a neuron to have an action potential, the neuron must receive more
a)
excitatory neurotransmitters
b)
inhibitory neurotransmitters
c)
agnostic neurotransmitters
d)
antagonistic neurotransmitters
77.

The level of stimulation required to trigger a neural impulse.

a)

Threshold

b)

Action Potential

c)

Resting Potential

d)

Refractory Period

78.

A neurons reaction of either firing (with a full length response) or not firing.

a)

all-or-none response

b)

refractory period

c)

threshold

d)

action potential

79.

Type of neurons that carry information from the CNS through nerves to effectors such as muscles or glands.

a)

Sensory Neurons

b)

Interneurons

c)

Motor Neurons

80.

Which brain structure is responsible for controlling arousal?

a)

Reticular Formation

b)

Hypothalamus

c)

Cerebral Cortex

d)

Corpus Callosum

81.

Which brain area is involved in language comprehension and expression?

a)

Wernicke's Area

b)

Motor Cortex

c)

Temporal Lobes

d)

Frontal Lobes

82.
A split-brain patient has a picture of a knife flashed to her left hemisphere and that of a fork to her right hemisphere. She will be able to
a)
Identify the fork using her left hand
b)
Identify a knife using her left hand
c)
Identify a knife using either hand
d)
Identify a fork using either hand
83.
Lesion
a)
The destruction of tissue
b)
Part of the limbic system and influences the emotions of fear and aggression
c)
The formation of new neurons
d)
Stimulation of the sensory cortex
84.
CT (Computed tomography) scan
a)
Measures the level of activity of different areas of the brain by tracing their consumption of a radioactive form of glucose
b)
An amplified recording of the waves of electrical activity of the brain
c)
An amplified recording of the waves of electrical activity of the brain
d)
A series of X - ray photographs combined by computer into composite representation of a slice through the body
85.
Aphasia
a)
Located in the left frontal lobe, involved in controlling the motor ability to produce speech
b)
An impairment of language as a result of damage to any of several cortical areas, including the Broca's and Wernicke's area
c)
Located in the left temporal lobe, involved in language comprehension and expression
d)
The large band of neural fibers that links the right and left cerebral hemispheres
86.
Corpus Callosum
a)
An impairment of language as a result of damage to any of several cortical areas, including the Broca's and Wernicke's area
b)
Located in the left temporal lobe, involved in language comprehension and expression
c)
The large band of neural fibers that links the right and left cerebral hemispheres
d)
Located in the left frontal lobe, involved in controlling the motor ability to produce speech
87.
dual processing
a)
the brain's capacity for modification (brain's reorganization following damage)
b)
the principle that the brain often processes information simultaneously on separate conscious and unconscious tracks
c)
the brain's capacity to process stimuli on both sides of the body at the same time
d)
a condition in which a person can respond to a visual stimulus without consciously experiencing it
88.

Dr. Frankenstein made a mistake during neurosurgery on his monster. After the operation, the monster "saw" with his ears and "heard" with his eyes. It is likely that Dr. Frankenstein "rewired" neural connections in the monster's

a)

hypothalamus

b)

cerebellum

c)

amygdala

d)

thalamus

89.
thalamus
a)
relays incoming peripheral information to the cerebral cortex and other parts of the brain
b)
relays incoming sensory information to the cerebral cortex and other parts of the brain
c)
relays incoming nervous information to the cerebral cortex and other parts of the brain
d)
relays incoming chemical information to the cerebral cortex and other parts of the brain
90.
Neurosurgeons have severed the corpus callosum in human patients in order to reduce
a)
epileptic seizures
b)
clonic seizures
c)
aphasia
d)
narcolepsy
91.
association areas
a)
The most extensive regions of the cerebral cortex, which enable learning and memory
b)
a thin intricate covering of interconnected neural cells atop the cerebral hemispheres
c)
a neural system associated with emotions such as fear and aggression and basic physiological drives
d)
the brain's capacity for modification (brain's reorganization following damage)
92.
The ability to recognize faces with the right hemisphere but not with the left hemisphere best illustrates
a)
Parkinson's disease
b)
lateralization
c)
neurogenesis
d)
aphasia
93.
Which brain area is primarily involved with controlling speech
a)
left parietal lobe
b)
right occipital lobe
c)
Wernicke's area
d)
Broca's area
94.
A functional MRI (fMRI) and a PET scan both:
a)
provide a way to measure the functioning and activity of the brain.
b)
produce black and white scans of the brain’s structures.
c)
create selective injuries that allow researchers to study brain function.
d)
provide detailed computerized interpretations of brain dysfunctions.
95.
Gerald's grandmother suffers from Alzheimer's disease and exhibits symptoms of memory loss. Which neurotransmitter is likely impaired?
a)
GABA
b)
Serotonin
c)
Dopamine
d)
Acetycholine (ACh)
96.

opiates are...

a)

drugs that reduce neural activity and slow body functions

b)

drugs that reduce neurotransmission and temporarily lessen pain and anxiety

c)

symptoms associated with discontinuing a drug

d)

drugs that cause hallucinations

97.

Drugs that reduce neural activity and slow your body functions

a)

hallucinogen

b)

stimulants

c)

depressants

d)

tolerant

98.

drugs that cause delusions and distort perceptions of reality

a)

stimulants

b)

withdrawal

c)

hallucinogens/psychedelics

d)

depressants

99.

drugs that speed up the central nervous system & provide a user with a sense of increased energy

a)

opiates

b)

stimulants

c)

sedatives

d)

psychoactive drugs

100.

creates a need to increase the amounts of the drug to experience the same affects

a)

withdrawal

b)

blood-brain barrier

c)

tolerance

d)

opiatic

101.

set of symptoms associated with discontinuing a drug-reverses neuroadaptation

a)

withdrawal

b)

tolerance

c)

marijuana

d)

drugs

102.
Controls arousal  (sleepiness and awakefulness)
a)
Reticular Formation
b)
Thalamus
c)
Amygdala
d)
Medulla
103.
Known as the "Little Brain" and is in charge of balance and coordinating movements
a)
Thalamus
b)
Reticular Formation
c)
Hypothalamus
d)
Cerebellum
104.
Damage this and you won't form new memories
a)
Hypothalamus
b)
Hippocampus
c)
Amygdala
d)
Thalamus
105.
Controls motivational behaviors, including: feeding, fight-flight response, and fornicating
a)
Hippocampus
b)
Amygdala
c)
Reticular Formation
d)
Hypothalamus
106.
The split-brain procedure involves the cutting of this
a)
Cerebral Cortex
b)
Cerebellum
c)
Corpus Callosum
d)
Caudate Nucleus
107.
Brain hemisphere associated with spatial abilities and recognizing others faces
a)
Left Hemisphere
b)
Right Hemisphere
108.
Damage to the cerebellum would most affect the career of
a)
an architect
b)
a teacher
c)
an athlete
d)
a librarian
109.
A tumor on the temporal lobe would most affect the career of 
a)
an architect
b)
a musician
c)
a professor
d)
a researcher
110.
Damage to the medulla would most likely result in 
a)
impaired planning abilities
b)
death
c)
a coma
d)
blindness
111.
A person has a stroke on her occipital lobe.  What might happen to her?
a)
reduced planning abilities
b)
deafness
c)
coma
d)
blindness
112.
Caffeine, cocaine, and Ecstasy are all ___________.
a)
neurotransmitters
b)
opiates
c)
hallucinogens
d)
stimulants
113.
People who are low in serotonin might experience
a)
dissociation
b)
depression
c)
hallucinations
d)
mood swings
114.
The space between neurons
a)
axon
b)
terminal buttons
c)
synapse
d)
mylien sheath
115.

Which Sleep stage features K-Complexes and Sleep Spindles?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

REM

116.

Which Sleep stage features Delta waves?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

REM

117.

Which Sleep stage features vivid dreaming and muscle paralysis?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

REM

118.

In which sleep stage do nightmares occur?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

REM

119.

In which sleep stage does sleep walking occur?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

REM

120.

Narcolepsy involves a sudden attack of

a)

REM Sleep

b)

Snoring

c)

Delta wave activity

d)

The Munchies

121.

Sleep apnea involves a ______________________ of breathing during sleep

a)

cessation/decrease

b)

reversal

c)

increase

d)

all of these

122.

A normal sleep cycle through all 4 sleep stages should occur approximately every _________________________

a)

3 seconds

b)

90 minutes

c)

120 minutes

d)

30 minutes

123.

The __________________________________ is the structure in the brain that controls the Circadian Rhythm

a)

Anterior Myopticle

b)

Superchiasmatic Nucleus

c)

Nodes of Ranvier

d)

Outer Dorsal thalamus

124.

Children have more stage 3/Delta wave sleep than adults

a)

True

b)

False

125.

Rem behavior disorder happens during __________ sleep

a)

REM

b)

Stage 2

c)

Stage 1

d)

While we are awake

126.

What type of brain waves are present during relaxed wakefulness?

a)

Alpha waves

b)

Delta waves

c)

Beta waves

d)

Gamma waves

127.

Which stage of sleep is characterized by the absence of rapid eye movements?

a)

Stage 2 sleep

b)

Stage 1 sleep

c)

NREM sleep

d)

REM sleep

128.

What term refers to sensory experiences that occur without a sensory stimulus?

a)

delusion

b)

illusion

c)

perception

d)

hallucination

129.

What are the sensations of falling or floating that are sometimes experienced during the transition from wakefulness to sleep?

a)

Night terrors

b)

Sleep paralysis

c)

Sleepwalking

d)

Hypnagogic or hypnopompic sensations

130.

Which type of brain waves are associated with deep sleep?

a)

Gamma waves

b)

Alpha waves

c)

Beta waves

d)

Delta waves

131.

What is the small region of the brain that controls the timing of sleep and wakefulness?

a)

Cerebellum

b)

Amygdala

c)

Suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN)

d)

Hippocampus

132.

What is the term for the persistent inability to fall asleep or stay asleep?

a)

insomnia

b)

sleep apnea

c)

restless leg syndrome

d)

narcolepsy

133.

What sleep disorder is characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of sleep during the day?

a)

Narcolepsy

b)

Restless leg syndrome

c)

Insomnia

d)

Sleep apnea

134.
As the sleep cycle evolves through the night, people tend to:
a)
spend more time in REM sleep and less time in NREM sleep.
b)
spend more time in NREM sleep and less time in REM sleep.
c)
spend a more or less equal amount of time in REM sleep and NREM sleep.
d)
spend more time in stage 4 sleep and less time in REM sleep.
135.
Which dream theory suggests dreams are the mind's attempt to make sense of random neural activity in the brain while one sleeps?
a)
information processing
b)
physiological function
c)
activation synthesis
d)
cognitive development
136.

The active stage of sleep during which your breathing changes, your heart rate and blood pressure rise, and your eyes dart around rapidly is called:

a)

cirdadian rhythm

b)

REM sleep

c)

melatonin

d)

NREM

137.

What is the name of the hormone that is released and makes us sleepy?

a)

Dopamine

b)

Serotonin

c)

Endorphins

d)

Melatonin

138.

Sleep enhances and consolidates ....

a)

bone density

b)

memories

c)

digestion

d)

coordination

139.

In NREM-1, ________________ are the sensation that we are falling, which causes us to wake up.

a)

delta waves

b)

sleep spindles

c)

hypnagogic sensations

d)

hallucinations

140.
Which neurotransmitter affects mood, hunger, sleep, and arousal?
a)
Acetylcholine (ACh)
b)
Serotonin
c)
GABA
d)
Dopamine
141.
Which neurotransmitter inhibits brain activity?
a)
Acetylcholine
b)
GABA
c)
Endorphins
d)
Dopamine
142.
Too much of this neurotransmitter can cause severe muscle spasms and even death
a)
Serotonin
b)
Endorphins
c)
Acetylcholine
d)
GABA
143.
Nicotine can artificially stimulate receptor sites, making it an __________
a)
Acetylcholine
b)
Antagonist
c)
Agonist
d)
Axon
144.
The release of this neurotransmitter is 100x more potent than any opiate (painkilling drug):
a)
Norepinephrine
b)
Serotonin
c)
GABA
d)
Endorphin
145.
Prozac works to combat depression by keeping this neurotransmitter in the synapse longer:
a)
Serotonin
b)
Acetylcholine
c)
GABA
d)
Endorphins
146.
This neurotransmitter is most often associated with pleasure/reward sensations:
a)
Acetylcholine
b)
GABA
c)
Dopamine
d)
Serotonin
147.
Which neurotransmitter is involved in muscle movements?
a)
Acetylcholine
b)
Endorphins
c)
Serotonin
d)
GABA
148.

Type of synapse which increases the chance of the next neuron firing

a)

Inhibitory

b)

Excitatory

c)

Neurotransmitters

d)

Neuron

149.
Too much dopamine is linked with
a)
Alzheimers
b)
Schizophrenia
c)
Parkinsons
d)
Depression
150.
Stephanie suffers from migraines often and occasional seizures, but has tested negative for epilepsy. Which of the following might be prescribed to help her condition?
a)
Antagonist for glutamate
b)
Agonist for sertonin
c)
Antagonist for GABA
d)
Agonist for norepinephrine
151.
Penelope claims to be bothered by the fact that her left hand unties her show while her right hand ties it. She appears to be unable to integrate messages between her left and right hemisphere. This may be a result of:
a)
an intact corpus callosum
b)
neurogenesis
c)
plasticity
d)
a split-brain surgery
152.
Which neurotransmitter is mostly responsible for alertness and arousal?
a)
Norepinephrine
b)
Serotonin
c)
Dopamine
d)
GABA
153.
Loss of Dopamine-producing neurons is a cause of:
a)
paralysis
b)
Parkinson's
c)
anxiety
d)
Alzheimer's
154.
Which neurotransmitter is released in response to injury or trauma?
a)
Acetylcholine
b)
Endorphins
c)
Serotonin
d)
GABA

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