Brain Functions

Question 1

Hippocampus

Answer 1

The Hippocampus is involved in long term memory.

Question 2

Amygdala

Answer 2

The Amygdala is involved with emotion, particularly fear and anxiety

Question 3

Basal Ganglia

Answer 3

The Basal Ganglia are involved with movement.

Question 4

Thalamus

Answer 4

The Thalamus is involved with sensory relay - taking sensory info and transmitting it to cortex.

Question 5

Hypothalamus

Answer 5

The Hypothalamus controls autonomic nervous system and pituitary.

Question 6

Superior/Inferior Colliculi

Answer 6

Superior/Inferior Colliculi are involved with auditory and visual systems.

Question 7

Pons

Answer 7

The Pons is involved with sleep, arousal, and voluntary body movements (eyes/bladder/etc).

Question 8

Cerebellum

Answer 8

The Cerebellum is involved with balance, motor control, and movement.

Question 9

Medulla

Answer 9

The Medulla controls vital body systems (heart rate, breathing, etc.).

Question 10

Fornix

Answer 10

The Fornix connects the hippocampus to other parts of the limbic system.