1. Which of the following functions is NOT usually linked to activity in the brainstem?

A. perception
B. arousal
C. reflexes

2. Activity in which brainstem structure is associated with breathing and heart rate?

A. cerebellum
B. pons
C. medulla
D. reticular formation

3. Activity in which brainstem structure in is associated with the ability to maintain an upright posture?

A. cerebellum
B. pons
C. medulla
D. reticular formation

4. Tyler took several Valium (a tranquilizer) and now is slurring his words, walking as if he is drunk, and having a lot of trouble tying his shoes. Reduced activity of which structure in his brainstem is causing these problems?

A. cerebellum
B. pons
C. medulla
D. reticular formation

5. Activity in the pons is important for which of the following functions?

A. habit formation
B. the initiation of REM
C. both of the above

6. Which of the following is an example of a habit?

A. moving backwards when a fist is approaching one's face
B. throwing a basketball to a teammate
C. crying when watching a sad movie

7. A part of which of the following structures makes up the reticular formation?

A. pons
B. medulla
C. both of the above

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