Question

1. which two organs make up the central nervous system?

a) brain and liver
b) brain and spinal cord
c) lungs and brain
d) spinal cord and kidneys

1. which part of the brain controls heartbeat and breathing?

a) cerebellum
b) medulla
c) pons
d) reticular formation

1. which lobe of the brain is responsible for vision?

a) temporal
b) frontal
c) occipital
d) parietal

1. the hippocampus is primarily involved in:

a) emotions
b) breathing
c) memory formation
d) digestion

1. which structure is called the “relay center” of the brain?

a) amygdala
b) thalamus
c) hypothalamus
d) pituitary gland

Explanation:

1. The central nervous system is composed of the brain and spinal cord.
2. The medulla controls involuntary functions like heartbeat and breathing.
3. The occipital lobe processes visual information.
4. The hippocampus is crucial for memory - formation.
5. The thalamus is known as the "relay center" of the brain, relaying sensory and motor signals.

Answer:

1. B. Brain and spinal cord
2. B. Medulla
3. C. Occipital
4. C. Memory formation
5. B. Thalamus