Quiz: Nervous System
Multiple Choice
What is the main function of the nervous system? a. To control the body's organs b. To regulate the body's temperature c. To coordinate the body's movements d. To process and interpret sensory information
The brain and spinal cord make up the ___________ nervous system. a. Peripheral b. Autonomic c. Central d. Sensory
What are the two main types of neurons? a. Interneurons and sensory neurons b. Motor neurons and sensory neurons c. Sensory neurons and motor neurons d. Interneurons and motor neurons
What type of neuron carries signals from the brain to the muscles? a. Interneuron b. Sensory neuron c. Motor neuron d. Afferent neuron
What is the name of the nervous system structure that connects the brain to the spinal cord? a. Medulla oblongata b. Cerebellum c. Brain stem d. Spinal cord
True/False
The nervous system is made up of billions of neurons. a. True b. False
The autonomic nervous system is responsible for controlling voluntary movements. a. True b. False
The peripheral nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord. a. True b. False
The motor neurons carry signals from the brain to the muscles. a. True b. False
The brain stem is responsible for controlling involuntary movements. a. True b. False
Fill in the Blank
- The ____________ nervous system is responsible for controlling involuntary movements.
- The ____________ nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord.
- The ____________ neurons carry signals from the brain to the muscles.
- The ____________ nervous system is responsible for controlling voluntary movements.
- The ____________ oblongata connects the brain to the spinal cord.
Short Answer
- What is the purpose of the nervous system?
- What are the two main types of neurons?
- What is the difference between the autonomic and peripheral nervous systems?
- What is the role of the motor neurons?
- What is the function of the medulla oblongata?
Answers Key
Multiple Choice: 1. d 2. c 3. c 4. c 5. c
True/False: 1. True 2. False 3. False 4. True 5. True
Fill in the Blank: 1. Autonomic 2. Central 3. Motor 4. Peripheral 5. Medulla
Short Answer: 1. The purpose of the nervous system is to coordinate the body's activities by transmitting signals between different parts of the body and the brain. 2. The two main types of neurons are sensory neurons and motor neurons. 3. The autonomic nervous system is responsible for controlling involuntary movements, such as breathing, digestion, and heart rate. The peripheral nervous system is responsible for controlling voluntary movements, such as walking and talking. 4. The role of the motor neurons is to carry signals from the brain to the muscles, causing them to contract and move. 5. The function of the medulla oblongata is to connect the brain to the spinal cord, allowing signals to be transmitted between the two.