Question 1

Endocrine glands ___________.
A)secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
B)are chemicals released into the bloodstream
C)are an extensive network of specialized cells
D)are a thin layer of cells coating the axons

Accepted Answer

Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.

Question 2

Which of the following pieces of neuroimaging equipment is used to monitor brain waves?
A)CT scans
B)functional magnetic resonance imaging
C)microelectrode
D)electroencephalograph

Accepted Answer

Electroencephalograph (EEG) is the piece of neuroimaging equipment used to monitor brain waves. CT scans and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) are used to capture detailed images of the brain's structure and activity, respectively. Microelectrodes are used to record the electrical activity of single neurons.

Question 3

The thyroid and pituitary glands are parts of the _______ system.
A)gonadal
B)endocrine
C)nervous
D)lymphatic

Accepted Answer

The thyroid and pituitary glands are both part of the endocrine system, which is responsible for producing and secreting hormones into the bloodstream to regulate various bodily functions. The gonadal system is primarily responsible for the production of sex cells and hormones in males and females. The nervous system is responsible for communication within the body, including the transmission of signals to and from the brain. The lymphatic system is responsible for immune function and the removal of waste and excess fluid from the body.

Question 4

Calm is to aroused as ________ is to ________.
A)parasympathetic; sympathetic
B)autonomic; motor
C)sympathetic; parasympathetic
D)central; peripheral

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for reacting to stressful events and bodily arousal,whereas the parasympathetic system is responsible for calming the body back down after the stressful event has passed.

Question 5

One evening Betty was walking to the dorm from the gym when she was stopped by two men who demanded her money.Since she was a good athlete,Betty decided to make a run for it.Pretending to open her purse,she suddenly turned and dashed off.Although pursued,Betty outran her assailants.During this incident,which part of Betty's nervous system was most directly responsible for her successful escape?
A)midbrain
B)parasympathetic nervous system
C)forebrain
D)sympathetic nervous system

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for reacting to stressful events and bodily arousal.

Question 6

A brain-imaging method that takes computer-controlled X-rays to reveal "slices" of the brain is called __________.
A)electroencephalography (EEG)
B)magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
C)positron emission tomography (PET)
D)computed tomography (CT)

Accepted Answer

The brain-imaging method that takes computer-controlled X-rays to reveal "slices" of the brain is called computed tomography (CT). Option A, electroencephalography (EEG) is a method that measures electrical activity in the brain using electrodes attached to the scalp. Option B, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce images of the brain. Option C, positron emission tomography (PET) uses a radioactive tracer to measure activity in the brain.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a part of the endocrine system?
A)thyroid gland
B)pons
C)pituitary gland
D)testicles

Accepted Answer

The pons is not part of the endocrine system. It is a part of the brainstem and plays a role in the control of breathing and sleep. The thyroid gland, pituitary gland, and testicles are all part of the endocrine system, which is responsible for producing and secreting hormones to regulate various bodily functions.

Question 8

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that restores the body to normal functioning after arousal and is responsible for calming you down is called the ________.
A)spinal cord
B)somatic nervous system
C)sympathetic nervous system
D)parasympathetic nervous system

Accepted Answer

The question specifically asks for the branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for calming the body down, which is the parasympathetic nervous system. Options A and B are incorrect as they refer to different parts of the nervous system and option C is incorrect as the sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the fight or flight response, not calming the body down.

Question 9

As Molly is walking across campus,a car swerves toward her.Her heart races and sweat breaks out as she jumps out of harm's way.This mobilization of energy is due to the action of Molly's ________.
A)somatic nervous system
B)skeletal nervous system
C)parasympathetic nervous system
D)sympathetic nervous system

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for reacting to stressful events and bodily arousal.

Question 10

Small metal disks are pasted onto Miranda's scalp and they are connected by wire to a machine that records her brain waves.From this description,it is evident that Miranda's brain is being studied through the use of ___________.
A)a CT scan
B)functional magnetic resonance imaging
C)a microelectrode
D)an electroencephalograph

Accepted Answer

Electroencephalographs record brain wave patterns.

Question 11

The part of the autonomic nervous system that is responsible for reacting to stressful events and coordinating bodily arousal is called the ________ nervous system.
A)central
B)somatic
C)sympathetic
D)parasympathetic

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic nervous system is the part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for reacting to stressful events and coordinating bodily arousal, also known as the "fight or flight" response. This response prepares the body to deal with a perceived threat by increasing heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure while decreasing digestion and other bodily functions.

Question 12

Joel is interested in studying the effects of hormones on a person's behaviors.This interest came from reading high profile cases in which athletes abused steroids and subsequently engaged in violent and aggressive behavior.Joel should probably explore getting an education in:
A)forensic geropsychiatry.
B)neuropathic osteopathy.
C)developmental teratology.
D)behavioral endocrinology.

Accepted Answer

Behavioral endocrinology examines the way in which hormones impact individuals' behaviors.

Question 13

Ali is in the hospital about to undergo a brain-imaging process that involves taking many X-rays aided by the use of a computer to form a three-dimensional image.What type of imaging technique is being used?
A)electroencephalography (EEG)
B)magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
C)positron-emission tomography (PET)
D)computed tomography (CT)

Accepted Answer

CT scans take computer-controlled X-rays to reveal a picture of "slices" of the brain.

Question 14

It's midnight,and you are alone in your room studying.You hear a loud crash outside your room,and your whole body reacts instantly and furiously.The system that produces these reactions is the ________ system.
A)central nervous
B)sympathetic nervous
C)parasympathetic nervous
D)limbic

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for reacting to stressful events and bodily arousal.

Question 15

The division of the autonomic nervous system that is activated in "fight-or-flight" circumstances is the ________ system.
A)central
B)parasympathetic
C)somatic
D)sympathetic

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for reacting to stressful events and bodily arousal.

Question 16

Which of the following terms would be the best description of the relationship between the nervous and the endocrine systems?
A)interdependent
B)independent
C)dependent
D)unidirectional

Accepted Answer

These two systems work in concert with each other so they would be best thought of as interdependent.

Question 17

Which of the following is a brain-imaging method in which radioactive dye that attaches to glucose in the brain is injected into a person and a computer compiles a color-coded image of the activity of the person's brain?
A)electroencephalography (EEG)
B)computed tomography (CT)
C)positron emission tomography (PET)
D)functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)

Accepted Answer

Positron emission tomography (PET) is the brain-imaging method described in the question. It involves injecting a radioactive dye that attaches to glucose in the brain, and then using a computer to create a color-coded image of the brain's activity. EEG measures electrical activity in the brain, CT and MRI offer detailed images of the brain's structure, and fMRI measures changes in blood flow to identify brain activity.

Question 18

Which of the following is responsible for secreting hormones that travel to other endocrine glands in various parts of the body,inspiring them to release their own hormones?
A)adrenal glands
B)thyroid gland
C)pituitary gland
D)gonads

Accepted Answer

The pituitary gland sends hormonal messages to other glands in the endocrine system.

Question 19

Sex-related hormones are produced during prenatal development,and help determine whether the fetus will develop into a female or male.This kind of endocrine influence represents the _______________ function of the endocrine system.
A)activation
B)actuarial
C)organizational
D)orthographic

Accepted Answer

One of the functions of the endocrine system is to organize large-scale changes in the human body.

Question 20

What are the two basic functions of the endocrine system?
A)an activation effect and a deactivation effect
B)organizing "fight" or stimulating "flight"
C)an organizational role and an activation effect
D)an inhibitory effect and a disinhibatory effect

Accepted Answer

The endocrine system has two basic functions: an organizational role (such as regulating growth and development) and an activation effect (such as releasing hormones to stimulate certain bodily processes). Option A refers to the effects of hormones, not the functions of the endocrine system as a whole. Option B is a simplified explanation of the "fight or flight" response, which is primarily mediated by the sympathetic nervous system. Option D is not a recognized term in endocrinology.

Quiz 2: Foundations of Behavior

Endocrine glands ___________.

Which of the following pieces of neuroimaging equipment is used to monitor brain waves?

The thyroid and pituitary glands are parts of the _______ system.

Calm is to aroused as is to .

A brain-imaging method that takes computer-controlled X-rays to reveal "slices" of the brain is called __________.

Which of the following is NOT a part of the endocrine system?

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that restores the body to normal functioning after arousal and is responsible for calming you down is called the ________.

As Molly is walking across campus,a car swerves toward her.Her heart races and sweat breaks out as she jumps out of harm's way.This mobilization of energy is due to the action of Molly's ________.

Small metal disks are pasted onto Miranda's scalp and they are connected by wire to a machine that records her brain waves.From this description,it is evident that Miranda's brain is being studied through the use of ___________.

The part of the autonomic nervous system that is responsible for reacting to stressful events and coordinating bodily arousal is called the ________ nervous system.

Joel is interested in studying the effects of hormones on a person's behaviors.This interest came from reading high profile cases in which athletes abused steroids and subsequently engaged in violent and aggressive behavior.Joel should probably explore getting an education in:

Ali is in the hospital about to undergo a brain-imaging process that involves taking many X-rays aided by the use of a computer to form a three-dimensional image.What type of imaging technique is being used?

It's midnight,and you are alone in your room studying.You hear a loud crash outside your room,and your whole body reacts instantly and furiously.The system that produces these reactions is the ________ system.

The division of the autonomic nervous system that is activated in "fight-or-flight" circumstances is the ________ system.

Which of the following terms would be the best description of the relationship between the nervous and the endocrine systems?

Which of the following is a brain-imaging method in which radioactive dye that attaches to glucose in the brain is injected into a person and a computer compiles a color-coded image of the activity of the person's brain?

Which of the following is responsible for secreting hormones that travel to other endocrine glands in various parts of the body,inspiring them to release their own hormones?

Sex-related hormones are produced during prenatal development,and help determine whether the fetus will develop into a female or male.This kind of endocrine influence represents the _______________ function of the endocrine system.

What are the two basic functions of the endocrine system?