Question

Which part of the human brain is responsible for: 
(a) thinking 
(b) picking up a pencil 
(c) controlling blood pressure 
(d) controlling hunger

Hint:

The cerebrum handles higher functions like thinking, while the medulla and hypothalamus manage vital functions like blood pressure and hunger.

Answer 1

(a) Thinking: The cerebrum handles thought, logic, and choices.
(b) Picking up a pencil: The cerebrum's motor cortex governs voluntary actions, such as picking up a pencil. 
(c) Controlling blood pressure: The medulla oblongata regulates involuntary functions like blood pressure. 
(d) Controlling hunger: The hypothalamus manages hunger and other bodily stability functions.