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Human Brain

1. Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating movement, balance, and posture?

  • A) Cerebrum
  • B) Cerebellum
  • C) Medulla oblongata
  • D) Hypothalamus
B) Cerebellum Explanation

2. The two cerebral hemispheres of the brain are connected by:

  • A) Thalamus
  • B) Hypothalamus
  • C) Corpus callosum
  • D) Amygdala
C) Corpus callosum Explanation

3. Which part of the brain forms the largest portion and overlies the other brain structures?

  • A) Cerebellum
  • B) Brainstem
  • C) Cerebrum
  • D) Thalamus
C) Cerebrum Explanation

4. What part of the brain is referred to as the “master gland”?

  • A) Hypothalamus
  • B) Pituitary gland
  • C) Amygdala
  • D) Medulla oblongata
B) Pituitary gland Explanation

5. What is the term used to describe a decrease in blood supply to an area of the brain causing cell death and brain injury?

  • A) Dementia
  • B) Encephalitis
  • C) Stroke
  • D) Epilepsy
C) Stroke Explanation

6. Which area of the brain is essential for language production and speech fluency?

  • A) Broca's area
  • B) Wernicke's area
  • C) Primary auditory cortex
  • D) Somatosensory cortex
A) Broca's area Explanation

7. Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for controlling emotions and plays a role in generating emotional responses?

  • A) Cerebellum
  • B) Amygdala
  • C) Hippocampus
  • D) Prefrontal cortex
B) Amygdala Explanation

8. What is the primary source of energy for the human brain under normal conditions?

  • A) Fatty acids
  • B) Ketone bodies
  • C) Lactate
  • D) Glucose
D) Glucose Explanation

9. Which brain disorder is caused by a genetic mutation present at birth?

  • A) Alzheimer's disease
  • B) Parkinson's disease
  • C) Down syndrome
  • D)  Huntington's disease
C) Down syndrome Explanation

10. How often is cerebrospinal fluid replaced in the brain?

  • A) Once every 24 hours
  • B) Once every 12 hours
  • C) Once every 6–8 hours
  • D) Once every week
C) Once every 6–8 hours Explanation

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