Brain Structure and Function
Psychology ⇒ Biological Bases of Behavior
Brain Structure and Function starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the function of the sensory cortex.
Describe the function of the thalamus in the brain.
Describe the main function of the cerebellum.
Describe the main function of the parietal lobe.
Explain the difference between gray matter and white matter in the brain.
Explain the role of the limbic system in behavior.
Explain the role of the prefrontal cortex in human behavior.
Explain the role of the reticular formation in the brain.
Damage to the Broca’s area in the left frontal lobe would most likely result in difficulties with: (1) Understanding speech (2) Producing speech (3) Recognizing faces (4) Coordinating movement
Which brain region is most involved in language comprehension? (1) Broca’s area (2) Wernicke’s area (3) Occipital lobe (4) Cerebellum
Which brain structure is most closely associated with the formation of long-term memories? (1) Amygdala (2) Hippocampus (3) Thalamus (4) Cerebellum
Which brain structure is often called the 'master gland' because it controls other endocrine glands? (1) Pineal gland (2) Pituitary gland (3) Hypothalamus (4) Thalamus
The ________ cortex is located at the back of the frontal lobe and is responsible for voluntary muscle movements.
The ________ cortex is responsible for processing auditory information and is located in the temporal lobe.
The ________ is a bundle of nerve fibers that allows communication between the left and right cerebral hemispheres.
The ________ is a small structure in the brain that controls the release of hormones from the pituitary gland.
True or False: The amygdala is involved in processing emotions such as fear and aggression.
True or False: The brainstem is essential for basic life functions such as breathing and heartbeat.
True or False: The cerebellum is involved in coordinating voluntary movements and balance.
True or False: The hypothalamus is involved in controlling the autonomic nervous system and the endocrine system.
