Spinal Cord Quiz ChallengeOnline version Test your knowledge about the spinal cord with this fun quiz game! by Sara Mustatea 1 What is the primary function of the spinal cord? a To store memories. b To transmit signals between the brain and the body. c To produce hormones. d To filter blood. e 2 How many segments are in the human spinal cord? a 31 segments. b 28 segments. c 24 segments. d 36 segments. 3 What are the protective layers surrounding the spinal cord called? a Meninges. b Synapses. c Axons. d Neurons. 4 Which part of the spinal cord is responsible for reflex actions? a The cerebellum. b The thalamus. c The medulla oblongata. d The spinal reflex arc. 5 What type of nerves emerge from the spinal cord? a Peripheral nerves. b Cranial nerves. c Autonomic nerves. d Spinal nerves. 6 What is the condition called when the spinal cord is injured? a Spinal cord injury. b Multiple sclerosis. c Cerebral palsy. d Parkinson's disease. 7 Which part of the spinal cord controls voluntary movement? a The anterior horn. b The dorsal root. c The posterior horn. d The central canal. 8 What is the name of the lower end of the spinal cord? a Dura mater. b Conus medullaris. c Filum terminale. d Cauda equina. 9 What is the role of the spinal cord in the nervous system? a It stores sensory information. b It produces neurotransmitters. c It generates electrical impulses. d It acts as a conduit for signals. 10 What is the main component of the spinal cord? a Fatty tissue. b Connective tissue. c Gray and white matter. d Blood vessels.
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