Brain and cranial nerves

Question 1

True or False: The 4 basic divisions of the brain are the brainstem, cerebrum, cerebellum, and the medulla oblongata.

True false question.
True
False

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Which component of the brainstem serves as a visual reflex center and is part of the auditory pathway?

Multiple choice question.

Medulla oblongata

Corpus callosum

Midbrain

Pons

Answer 2

Midbrain

Question 3

Identify the structures that form the diencephalon.

Multiple select question.

Pons

Epithalamus

Medulla oblongata

Hypothalamus

Thalamus

Subthalamus

Answer 3

Epithalamus

Hypothalamus

Thalamus

Subthalamus

Question 4

Identify the structure of the brain that functions as the major sensory relay station.

Multiple choice question.

Thalamus

Medulla oblongata

Cerebellum

Limbic system

Hypothalamus

Answer 4

Thalamus

Question 5

Which part of the brain controls perception and stores memories?

Multiple choice question.

Cerebrum

Brainstem

Cerebellum

Diencephalon

Answer 5

Cerebrum

Question 6

Identify the four basic divisions of the brain.

Multiple select question.

Cerebrum

Thalamus

Brainstem

Diencephalon

Cerebellum

Medulla oblongata

Answer 6

Cerebrum

Brainstem

Diencephalon

Cerebellum

Question 7

The visual reflex center is located in the Blank______.

Multiple choice question.

midbrain

hypothalamus

diencephalon

cerebellum

Answer 7

midbrain

Question 8

Which is not a component of the diencephalon?

Multiple choice question.

Hypothalamus

Midbrain

Thalamus

Answer 8

Midbrain

Question 9

The major sensory relay center of the brain is the

Answer 9

thalamus

Question 10

The part of the brain that controls conscious perception, thought and motor activity is the ______.

Answer 10

cerebrum

Question 11

The four divisions of the brain are brainstem, _______, diencephalon, and _____.

Answer 11

cerebellum
cerebrum

Question 12

The component of the brainstem that serves as a visual reflex center and is part of the auditory pathway is the _____.

Answer 12

midbrain

Question 13

The thalamus, subthalamus, epithalamus, and the hypothalamus are parts of the Blank______.

Multiple choice question.

diencephalon

brainstem

cerebrum

medulla oblongata

Answer 13

diencephalon

Question 14

True or false: The brainstem is responsible for many essential functions, including many reflexes essential for survival.

True false question.
True
False

Answer 14

True

Question 15

Identify the structure of the brain that functions as the major sensory relay station.

Multiple choice question.

Medulla oblongata

Cerebellum

Thalamus

Hypothalamus

Limbic system

Answer 15

Thalamus

Question 16

Which part of the brain controls perception and stores memories?

Multiple choice question.

Brainstem

Diencephalon

Cerebrum

Cerebellum

Answer 16

Cerebrum

Question 17

True or False: The 4 basic divisions of the brain are the brainstem, cerebrum, cerebellum, and the medulla oblongata.

True false question.
True
False

Answer 17

False

Question 18

The visual reflex center is located in the Blank______.

Multiple choice question.

diencephalon

cerebellum

midbrain

hypothalamus

Answer 18

midbrain

Question 19

The brainstem connects the spinal cord to the Blank______.

Multiple choice question.

cerebrum

cerebellum

diencephalon

Answer 19

cerebrum

Question 20

The major sensory relay center of the brain is the

Answer 20

thalamus

Question 21

What are the basic functions of the cerebrum?

Multiple select question.

Controls autonomic reflexes

Controls circadian rhythms

Controls thought

Controls conscious motor activity

Controls conscious perception

Answer 21

Controls thought

Controls conscious motor activity

Controls conscious perception

Question 22

The most inferior part of the brainstem is the Blank______.

Multiple choice question.

pons

medulla oblongata

midbrain

Answer 22

medulla oblongata

Question 23

The component of the brainstem that serves as a visual reflex center and is part of the auditory pathway is the

Answer 23

midbrain

Question 24

Which component of the brainstem contains reflex centers for heart rate, breathing, swallowing and vomiting?

Multiple choice question.

Diencephalon

Pons

Midbrain

Medulla oblongata

Answer 24

Medulla oblongata

Question 25

Which of the following is the function of the brainstem? Multiple choice question. It consists primarily of the midbrain region, and its major responsibility is to control eye movement. It is a critical center for essential survival reflexes, and even small areas of destruction can be fatal. The brainstem regulates higher brain functions such as memory, speech, and many motor skills. Large areas of this part of the brain can be damaged without major consequences.

Answer 25

It is a critical center for essential survival reflexes, and even small areas of destruction can be fatal.

Question 26

The area of brainstem, just superior to the medulla oblongata, that forms a prominent bulge on the anterior aspect of the brainstem is the ____.

Answer 26

pons

Question 27

The thalamus is a major Blank______ relay center of the brain. Multiple choice question. motor sensory

Answer 27

sensory

Question 28

Cranial nerves III, IV and V are functionally associated with the Blank______. Multiple choice question. medulla oblongata midbrain pons

Answer 28

midbrain

Question 29

What structure or system is formed by the pons, the medulla oblongata and the midbrain? Multiple choice question. Brainstem Diencephalon Limbic system

Answer 29

Brainstem

Question 30

The superior colliculi receive input from the Blank______ and the cerebrum. Multiple choice question. amygdala olives of the medulla oblongata epithalamus inferior colliculi

Answer 30

inferior colliculi

Question 31

The component of the brainstem that contains reflex centers for heart rate, breathing, swallowing, and vomiting is the

Answer 31

medulla oblongata

Question 32

Hearing is an integral part of the Blank______. Multiple choice question. inferior colliculi cerebral peduncles tegmentum

Answer 32

inferior colliculi

Question 33

What is the area of brainstem called that forms a prominent bulge on the anterior aspect of the brainstem? Multiple choice question. Cerebellum Midbrain Medulla oblongata Pons

Answer 33

Pons

Question 34

Choose the part of the brainstem that is a network of nerve fibers and associated islands of gray matter which acts to filter incoming signals and to arouse the cerebral cortex. Multiple choice question. Tectum Cerebral peduncles Reticular formation

Answer 34

Reticular formation

Question 35

Regulation of rapid eye movement during sleep, and respiration are some of the functions of the Blank______. Multiple choice question. medulla oblongata midbrain pons diencephalon

Answer 35

pons

Question 36

The superior, middle, and inferior cerebellar ________ connect the cerebellum to the brainstem, allowing communication between the cerebellum and other parts of the CNS.

Answer 36

peduncles

Question 37

What structure has functions that include controlling visual and auditory reflex movements of the head, eyes and body, and maintaining muscle tone? Multiple choice question. Medulla oblongata Midbrain Cerebrum Thalamus Hypothalamus

Answer 37

Midbrain

Question 38

The parts of the midbrain that receive sensory input from visual systems and are involved in reflex movements of the head and eyes toward a stimulus (such as a sudden, bright light) are called _________ colliculi.

Answer 38

superior

Question 39

What are the three major regions of the cerebellum? Multiple select question. Infundibulum Substantia nigra Flocculonodular lobe Lateral hemispheres Vermis

Answer 39

Flocculonodular lobe Lateral hemispheres Vermis

Question 40

What are the functions of the inferior colliculus? Multiple select question. Motor reflexes Visual reflexes Signals from the inner ear Auditory signals

Answer 40

Visual reflexes Signals from the inner ear Auditory signals

Question 41

The diencephalon is between the brainstem and Blank______. Multiple choice question. cerebrum spinal cord cerebellum

Answer 41

cerebrum

Question 42

A group of loosely packed nuclei within the entire length of the brainstem that is involved in cyclic activities such as sleep-wake cycles is the ________ formation.

Answer 42

reticular

Question 43

The part of the brain that is important in maintaining posture and equilibrium and is attached to the brainstem posterior to the pons is the _______.

Answer 43

cerebellum

Question 44

True or false: The thalamus constitutes the largest portion of the diencephalon True false question. True False

Answer 44

True

Question 45

The cerebellum consists of a flocculonodular lobe, a central __________, , and two large lateral hemispheres.

Answer 45

vermis

Question 46

True or False: The portion of the diencephalon, immediately inferior to the thalamus which contains ascending and descending tracts and the subthalamic nuclei is the hypothalamus. True false question. True False

Answer 46

False

Question 47

What area of the brain is between the brainstem and cerebrum? Multiple choice question. Diencephalon Pons Midbrain Cerebellum

Answer 47

Diencephalon

Question 48

Identify the structures that are part of the epithalamus. Multiple select question. Pineal gland Thalamus Pituitary gland Habenula Mammillary bodies

Answer 48

Pineal gland Habenula

Question 49

What is the largest portion of the diencephalon and consists of two clusters of nuclei connected in the midline by an intermediate mass? Multiple choice question. Fornix Thalamus Mammillary body Hypothalamus

Answer 49

Thalamus

Question 50

The structure of the diencephalon that regulates the secretion of hormones from the pituitary gland is the

Answer 50

hypothalamus

Question 51

The small nucleus located immediately beneath the thalamus, contains both ascending and descending tracts and is involved with the basal nuclei in regulating motor function is the Blank______. Multiple choice question. subthalamus epithalamus hypothalamus

Answer 51

subthalamus

Question 52

Identify the functions of the hypothalamus. Multiple select question. Relays sensory information Controls body temperature Integrates visual input Regulates sleep-wake cycle Regulates heart rate Controls hunger and thirst Regulates movement of food through the digestive tract

Answer 52

Controls body temperature Regulates sleep-wake cycle Regulates heart rate Controls hunger and thirst Regulates movement of food through the digestive tract

Question 53

The habenula and pineal gland are part of the Blank______. Multiple choice question. thalamus epithalamus hypothalamus

Answer 53

epithalamus

Question 54

The lobe of the cerebrum responsible for motor functions is the _________ lobe while visual sensations are processed in the _________ lobe.

Answer 54

1. frontal 2. occipital

Question 55

The lobe that receives and evaluates most sensory information, except smell, hearing, taste and vision is the Blank______ lobe. Multiple choice question. occipital parietal frontal temporal

Answer 55

parietal

Question 56

The part of the diencephalon that is directly involved in regulating thirst, hunger and sex drive behaviors is the _____________.

Answer 56

hypothalamus

Question 57

Match the lobe of the cerebrum with the correct function. 1. Frontal lobe 2. parietal lobe 3. temporal lobe 4. occipital lobe

Answer 57

1. Voluntary motor functions, aggression and mood 2. Evaluates general senses 3. Evaluates olfactory and auditory sensations 4. Evaluates visual sensations

Question 58

The anterior and inferior portion of which cerebral lobe are associated with abstract thought and judgement? Multiple choice question. Parietal Temporal Frontal Insula

Answer 58

Temporal

Question 59

What are the functions of the frontal lobe? Multiple select question. Decision making Evaluation of hearing Evaluation of vision Control of heart rate Voluntary motor function Evaluation of smell Mood

Answer 59

Decision making Voluntary motor function Evaluation of smell Mood

Question 60

A group of functionally related nuclei beneath the cortex are called __________ nuclei.

Answer 60

basal

Question 61

The lobe of the cerebrum that receives and evaluates general senses (touch, pain, etc.) is the +_________ lobe

Answer 61

parietal

Question 62

Basal nuclei are involved in controlling Blank______ functions. Multiple choice question. motor sensory

Answer 62

motor

Question 63

The corpus striatum consists of basal nuclei Blank______ the cerebrum. Multiple choice question. inside outside

Answer 63

inside

Question 64

The group of structures in the brain involved with emotions and memory is the Blank______. Multiple choice question. limbic system reticular formation basal nuclei

Answer 64

limbic system

Question 65

Indicate the correct order of meninges from superficial at the top to deep at the bottom. pia mater dura mater arachnoid mater

Answer 65

1. Dura mater 2. Arachnoid mater 3. pia mater

Question 66

The fluid found in ventricles of the brain is called ________ fluid.

Answer 66

cerebrospinal

Question 67

What are the functions of the temporal lobe? Select all that apply. Multiple select question. Controls voluntary motor functions Plays a role in memory and abstract thought Receives and integrates input for smell Receives and integrates visual input Receives and integrates auditory input

Answer 67

Plays a role in memory and abstract thought Receives and integrates input for smell Receives and integrates auditory input

Question 68

Cerebrospinal fluid is a Blank______ fluid. Multiple choice question. clear red milky

Answer 68

clear

Question 69

Where can cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) be found? Select all that apply. Multiple select question. Ventricles of brain Between neurons Central canal of spinal cord Epidural space Subarachnoid space

Answer 69

Ventricles of brain Central canal of spinal cord Subarachnoid space

Question 70

What is the function of the blood brain barrier? Multiple choice question. Protect the brain from physical damage such as from a severe blow to the head Regulate passage of materials from the blood into the cerebrospinal fluid and the brain Regulate the formation and circulation of cerebrospinal fluid

Answer 70

Regulate passage of materials from the blood into the cerebrospinal fluid and the brain

Question 71

What are the nuclei of the cerebrum called that form the basal nuclei? Multiple choice question. Corpus striatum Substantia nigra Hippocampus

Answer 71

Corpus striatum

Question 72

Pair the correct function with the cranial nerve.

Answer 72

1. trigeminal ------ Transmits cutaneous sensory information from facial region, tongue and eye as well as controls muscles of mastication 2. Facial nerve ------ Controls muscles that promote facial expression, controls secretions of salivary glands and transmits sensory information from the tongue 3. Glossopharyngeal nerve ------Transmits taste sensation and controls muscles involved in swallowing and secretions of salivary glands 4. Hypoglossal nerve ------ Controls muscles of the tongue and throat

Question 73

The cavities in the brain that store cerebrospinal fluid are the Blank______. Multiple choice question. sinuses ventricles atria

Answer 73

ventricles

Question 74

The vagus nerve is cranial nerve Blank______. Multiple choice question. III X V VII

Answer 74

X

Question 75

Cerebrospinal fluid is produced by the choroid plexus in Blank______. Multiple choice question. the lateral ventricles only the third and fourth ventricles only all ventricles

Answer 75

all ventricles

Question 76

Which type of glial cells helps to form the blood-brain barrier? Multiple choice question. Satellite cells Astrocytes Microglia Schwann cells

Answer 76

Astrocytes

Question 77

Correctly pair the cranial nerve with the correct function.

Answer 77

1. Olfactory nerve ------ Transmits sense of smell 2. Optic nerve ------ Transmits sense of vision 3. Vestibulocochlear nerve ------ Transmits sense of hearing and balance 4. Abducens nerve- ------Controls one muscle that moves the eyeball 5. Oculomotor nerve ------Controls movement of the eyeball, promotes pupil constriction and lens accommodation 6. Vagus nerve ------ Transmits parasympathetic information to the visceral organs of the thoracic and abdominal organs

Question 78

Match the cranial nerve with its corresponding number.

Answer 78

VII ------ Facial nerve VIII ------ Vestibulocochlear IX ------ Glossopharyngeal X ------ Vagus nerve XII ------ Hypoglossal nerve XI ------ Accessory nerve

Question 79

Where can cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) be found? Select all that apply. Multiple select question. Subarachnoid space Central canal of spinal cord Ventricles of brain Between neurons Epidural space

Answer 79

Subarachnoid space Central canal of spinal cord Ventricles of brain

Question 80

Match the cranial nerve to its correct function.

Answer 80

1. Accessory nerve ------ Controls muscles that move the neck 2. Glossopharyngeal nerve ------ Controls muscles that promote swallowing, promotes secretion of salivary glands and transmits taste sensation. 3. Trochlear nerve ------ Controls movement of one muscle of the eyeball 4. Hypoglossal nerve ------ Controls muscles of both speech and swallowing

Question 81

Correctly pair the cranial nerve with its corresponding number.

Answer 81

I ------Olfactory bulb II ------ Optic nerve III------Oculomotor nerve IV------ Trochlear nerve VI------ Abducens nerve V ------ Trigeminal nerve