Consider the given two statements:
I: The cerebral cortex, referred to as the grey matter, is thrown into prominent folds.
II: The cerebral white mater contains motor areas, and association area.
 
1. Both are correct 2. Both are incorrect
3. Only I is correct 4. Only II is correct
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Consider the given two statements:
I: The association areas of the cerebral cortex are neither clearly sensory nor motor in function.
II: The association areas are responsible for complex functions like intersensory associations, memory and communication.
 
1. Both are correct 2. Both are incorrect
3. Only I is correct 4. Only II is correct
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Which structure of the human brain will form a part of the diencephalon?
1. Cerebral cortex
2. Olfactory bulbs
3. Hypothalamus
4. Pons Varolii
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Match each item in Column I [part of the brain] with one in Column II [function] and select the answer from the codes given below:

 

Column I

 

Column II

A.

Amygdala

a.

Relays motor and sensory signals to the cerebral cortex

B.

Hippocampus

b.

Reflex centers involving vision and hearing

C.

Thalamus

c.

Plays a key role in the processing of emotions

D.

Corpora quadrigemina

d.

Formation of new memories and is also associated with learning and emotions

Codes

A B C D
1. c d b a
2. d c a b
3. c d a b
4. d c b a
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Identify the incorrectly matched pair:
1. Medulla oblongata Gastric secretions
2. Hypothalamus Control of body temperature
3. Limbic system Behaviour
4. Association areas Purely sensory areas in the cerebrum
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