Grade 8 Science Elective Activity 2. CREATE ME!

Module 2 Create a concept map of the nervous system.

Name: ________________________________________________________ NERVOUS SYSTEM

Grade Level & Section: _________________________ Date: ____________

After going through this lesson, you are expected MAJOR DIVISIONS
to:

1. Describe the parts and functions

of
the nervous system;
2. Create a concept map of the
nervous system; and
3. Cite ways on how to care for MAIN COMPONENTS MAIN DIVISIONS
the
nervous system.

THE NERVOUS SYSTEM

Parts and Functions:

Activity 1. PERFECT MATCH! MAIN PARTS

Match the function in column A with the appropriate
structure in column B. Write the letter only of your answer.
(1 point each)

1. ______________ 9. _______________
2. ______________ 10. ______________
3. ______________ 11. ______________
4. ______________ 12. ______________
5. ______________ 13. ______________
6. ______________ 14. ______________
7. ______________ 15. ______________
8. ________________
Let’s Put It Together in Words! NERVOUS SYSTEM DISEASES

The nervous system has two main divisions. These are the following: 1. Unscramble the letters. Descriptions are provided in each item. (2 points each)
_____________________ and 2. _____________________. The CNS (Central This is caused by virus and bacteria that results
Nervous System) is composed of the 3. ______________and the 4. 1. S I T I E N G N M I to swelling of the lining around the brain and
_____________________that receives and processes all the information from all _______________ spinal cord. Symptoms are headache, vomiting,
parts of the body. insomnia and seizure.
This is evident in a short time with some
On the other hand, the PNS (Peripheral Nervous System) is composed of 2. E Y E I L S P P experiencing seizures and high fever in no
5. ____________________ that is connected to the brain and spinal cord in which _______________ permanent after-effect.
the 6. _____________________is the control center of the nervous system. It has
This usually happens to a person who suffers
three main parts. These are the following:
3. A H I P A S A from stroke and brain injury that have difficulty
7._________________ 8.________________ and 9. ___________________. It is _______________ in speaking until it results to their loss of ability
also divided into its three main regions: 10. ____________11. ____________ and to speak.
12. _________________. The peripheral nervous system has two divisions the 13. This means no enough blood and is related to
4. M I S C E H I A the circulatory system.
______________ and autonomic nervous system that is further divided into the
_______________
14. ____________ and 15. _________________.
This is a type of brain damage that causes loss
5. Z E A L R E M I H of memory and problems in speaking or
________________ thinking which may get worse over time.
What Have I Learned
Multiple Choice.
Time To a Healthy Lifestyle!
1. ______________ 9. _______________
In 3-5 sentences, share any activities that show how you can take good care of
2. ______________ 10. ______________ the nervous system. (15 points)
3. ______________ 11. ______________ ___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
4. ______________ 12. ______________ ___________________________________________________________________
5. ______________ 13. ______________ ___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
6. ______________ 14. ______________ ___________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
7. ______________ 15. ______________
PERFORMANCE TASK:
8. ________________
In an A4 size bond paper, construct a slogan or “hugot” line about the nervous
system. (15 points)