The Brain

Question 1

Forebrain

Answer 1

Responsible for a variety of processes, including higher order functions.

Question 2

Midbrain

Answer 2

Closely linked with sensory information, sleep and simple movement.

Question 3

Hindbrain

Answer 3

Controls the most basic human functions (heart rate, coordination, etc.)

Question 4

Cerebellum

Answer 4

Manages motor commands sent to/from the nervous system such as balance.

Question 5

Medulla

Answer 5

Control of bodily functions (breathing, heart rate, etc.) through the autonomic nervous system.

Question 6

Involuntary Response

Answer 6

A response to a stimulus that occurs without someone making a conscious choice, such reflexes.

Question 7

Neural connections

Answer 7

Links formed by messages passing from one nerve cell (neuron) to another.

Question 8

Anterior

Answer 8

Directed towards the front, when used in relation to our biology.

Question 9

Posterior

Answer 9

Directed towards the back, when used in relation to our biology.

Question 10

Brain

Answer 10

The organ in your head made up on nerves that processes information and controls behavior.