Brain Stem
Functions
Protection
Parts
100

What part of the brain is above the pons? 

a) midbrain

b) cerebrum

c) cortex

d) amygdala

a) midbrain

100

True or False: the Brain receives the oxygen and food it needs to function by a network of arteries that carries blood to every part of the brain

True

100

What should you wear when you ride a bike to protect your head?

Helmet

100

Where is the amygdala located in your brain?

a) top

b) near the brain stem

c) deep within the center

d) near your forehead

c) deep within the center of the brain

200

What is the topmost part of your brain?

a) midbrain

b) cerebrum

c) cortex

d) amygdala

b) cerebrum

200

Yes or no: your brain has 5 lobes

Yes

200

What should you wear on your head when you get sweaty a lot?


Headband

200

True or False: the cerebrum is the smallest part of your brain

False

300

What part of the brain is above the medulla?

a) midbrain

b) amygdala

c) cortex

d) pons


d) pons

300

How many nerve cells does your brain need to function?

Billions!

300

How many membranes are in between your skull and brain to protect it?

3 membranes

300

What is the part of your brain that is behind your forehead?

Prefrontal Cortex

400

What does the brain stem do? 

it controls your heart rate and breathing

400

What does your cerebellum do?

a) breathing

b) imagination

c) heart rate

d) helps coordinate your muscles

d) helps coordinate your muscles

400

How many biking related head injuries occur in the United States every year?

80,000

400

Where is the Hippocampus located in your brain?

Center of your brain

500

True or false: the Diencephalon contains two major structures which are the thalamus and amygdala

false: it contains the thalamus and hypothalamus

500

What does your hippocampus do?

 helps you store and find memories

500

Eating foods high in omega 3 fatty acids are good for your brain. Name one food that falls under this category:

Possible answers: fish, seafood, nuts, seeds
500
What are neurons?

Tiny brain cells that make electronic signals