Parts of the brain and what they control — practice questions

Question 1 · difficulty L1 · recall

The part crucial for balance and fine coordination of movement:

• A. cerebellum
• B. thalamus
• C. cerebrum
• D. hypothalamus

Question 2 · difficulty L1 · recall

The region linking nervous and endocrine control and regulating homeostasis:

• A. hypothalamus
• B. medulla
• C. spinal cord
• D. cerebellum

Question 3 · difficulty L1 · recall

Which brain region is most strongly associated with conscious thought, learning and memory?

• A. Cerebrum
• B. Cerebellum
• C. Medulla oblongata
• D. Spinal cord

Question 4 · difficulty L2 · understanding

The largest part of the human brain associated with higher functions:

• A. cerebrum
• B. cerebellum
• C. pons
• D. medulla

Question 5 · difficulty L2 · understanding

The region containing vital centres for respiration and cardiovascular control:

• A. medulla oblongata
• B. cerebellum
• C. corpus callosum
• D. thalamus

Question 6 · difficulty L2 · understanding

What is a major function of the cerebellum?

• A. Generation of red blood cells
• B. Coordination of voluntary movement and balance
• C. Control of glomerular filtration
• D. Secretion of every pituitary hormone

Question 7 · difficulty L2 · understanding

Which brain region contains important centres for breathing and cardiovascular regulation?

• A. Corpus callosum
• B. Occipital cortex
• C. Medulla oblongata
• D. Cerebellar cortex

Question 8 · difficulty L3 · application

A patient has normal muscle strength but poor balance and inaccurate coordination of movement. Which region is most likely affected?

• A. Hypothalamus only
• B. Medulla oblongata
• C. Pituitary gland
• D. Cerebellum

Question 9 · difficulty L3 · application

Patient X has severe loss of balance, while patient Y has unstable temperature regulation and altered hunger. Which pair of regions best fits?

• A. Cerebrum and medulla
• B. Cerebellum and hypothalamus
• C. Hypothalamus and cerebellum
• D. Medulla and occipital cortex

Question 10 · difficulty L4 · analysis

Damage causes disturbed body-temperature regulation, thirst and hunger. Which brain region is most likely involved?

• A. Hypothalamus
• B. Cerebellum
• C. Occipital cortex
• D. Corpus callosum