The Sophisticated Behavior of Mammals and Birds Is Directly Related

question 24

Multiple Choice

The sophisticated behavior of mammals and birds is directly related to

• A) their relatively large cerebrum.
• B) the presence of a hindbrain.
• C) their relatively large midbrain.
• D) the presence of a forebrain.

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Definitions:

Cerebellum

A part of the brain at the back of the skull in vertebrates, crucial for coordination, precision, and accurate timing of movements.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for voluntary actions, sensory perception, thought, reasoning, and memory.

Diencephalon

A division of the brain located between the cerebral hemispheres and brainstem, encompassing structures such as the thalamus and hypothalamus.

Midbrain

The middle portion of the brainstem that plays a role in vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal (alertness), and temperature regulation.