Nervous System Overview Quiz

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What is the main function of the brain stem?

  • Controls posture, balance, and coordination
  • Coordinates automatic functions like breathing and heart rate (correct)
  • Connects the brain to the spinal cord
  • Controls activities and thoughts

Which part of the brain is associated with the voluntary control of body movements?

  • Cerebrum (correct)
  • Spinal Cord
  • Cerebellum
  • Brain Stem

What is the function of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

  • Serves as a channel for signals between the brain and body (correct)
  • Controls posture and balance
  • Controls automatic functions like digestion
  • Connects the brain to the spinal cord

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for connecting the central nervous system to the organs and limbs?

<p>Somatic Nervous System (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the cerebellum in the brain?

<p>Controls posture, balance, and coordination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brain serves as an organizer and distributor of information for the body?

<p>Cerebrum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the peripheral nervous system?

<p>Connects the central nervous system to organs and limbs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Cerebellum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the somatic nervous system?

<p>Controls voluntary body movements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for regulating heart rate and blood pressure?

<p>Brain Stem (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the spinal cord in relation to body movements?

<p>Transmits signals between brain and body (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the nervous system is associated with simple musculoskeletal reflexes without input from the brain?

<p>Central Nervous System (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the cerebrum in the brain?

<p>Coordinates voluntary movements and thoughts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nervous system division connects to both organs and limbs of the body?

<p>Somatic Nervous System (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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