Brain Matters: Chapter 2
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which structure controls automatic functions like heart rate and blood pressure?
- A.
Brain Stem
- B.
Cerebellum
- C.
Diencephalon
- D.
Hippocampus
Correct Answer
A. Brain StemExplanation
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- 2.
Which structure is involved in calibrating and fine-tuning ongoing movement?
- A.
Brain Stem
- B.
Cerebellum
- C.
Diencephalon
- D.
Hippocampus
Correct Answer
B. CerebellumExplanation
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- 3.
Which structure helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle by producing melatonin?
- A.
Brain Stem
- B.
Pineal Gland
- C.
Hypothalamus
- D.
Thalamus
Correct Answer
B. Pineal GlandExplanation
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- 4.
The hypothalamus is involved in what function?
- A.
Secretion of Melatonin
- B.
Regulation of Thirst
- C.
Emotional Expression
- D.
Motor Coordination
Correct Answer
B. Regulation of ThirstExplanation
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- 5.
Which structure is the relay station for sensory signals (except smell) to the cortex?
- A.
Pineal gland
- B.
Hypothalamus
- C.
Thalamus
- D.
Hippocampus
Correct Answer
C. ThalamusExplanation
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