Human Nervous System and its Functions Quiz

Explore the intricacies of the nervous system with 15 questions. Topics include neurotransmitters, brain functions, and more in this neurobiology quiz.

#1

Which part of the nervous system controls voluntary movements?

Sympathetic nervous system
Peripheral nervous system
Autonomic nervous system
Somatic nervous system
13 answered
#2

What is the main function of the cerebellum?

Regulating body temperature
Controlling balance and coordination
Controlling hunger and thirst
Processing visual information
12 answered
#3

What is the name of the longest nerve in the human body?

Sciatic nerve
Femoral nerve
Vagus nerve
Optic nerve
13 answered
#4

Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating basic bodily functions such as breathing and heart rate?

Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
Thalamus
13 answered
#5

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for the fight or flight response?

Sympathetic nervous system
Parasympathetic nervous system
Somatic nervous system
Enteric nervous system
13 answered
#6

Which neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure and reward?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
GABA
12 answered
#7

Damage to which part of the brain can result in language impairment?

Cerebrum
Hippocampus
Broca's area
Thalamus
13 answered
#8

What is the name of the junction between two neurons?

Synapse
Axon
Dendrite
Myelin sheath
12 answered
#9

Which neurotransmitter is associated with sleep, mood, and appetite?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Melatonin
Endorphin
12 answered
#10

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for decision-making and problem-solving?

Cerebellum
Hippocampus
Frontal lobe
Occipital lobe
11 answered
#11

Which of the following is not a function of the hypothalamus?

Regulating body temperature
Controlling hunger and thirst
Regulating sleep-wake cycles
Processing visual information
11 answered
#12

Damage to which area of the brain can result in memory loss?

Frontal lobe
Temporal lobe
Occipital lobe
Hippocampus
11 answered
#13

What is the role of the amygdala in the brain?

Regulating body temperature
Processing emotions and fear responses
Controlling hunger and thirst
Processing visual information
11 answered
#14

Which part of the brain plays a key role in the formation of long-term memories?

Hippocampus
Amygdala
Cerebellum
Pons
11 answered
#15

Which part of the brain is involved in controlling voluntary movement and coordination?

Hypothalamus
Cerebellum
Amygdala
Medulla oblongata
10 answered

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