Chapter 8 Review Questions +pages numbers for Spring 2015 PDF

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Psychol ogi calSci ences222 Revi ew Quest i ons Spr i ng2015 Dr .E. K.Wal l s

Chapt erEi ght( +Pagenumber s) For questions 1, 2, 3 & 4 see questions 2, 3, 4 & 5 after chapter 8 in our textbook on page 212. 5. Identify and fully describe two effects of damage to the left and right posterior parietal cortices. (P. 192-193) 6. Describe the organization and functions of the primary motor cortex. Compare the traditional view with the modern view emphasizing relevant evidence. (p 196-198) 7. Describe and compare the basic anatomical features of the 4 descending motor pathways and compare their different functions. (p 199-202) 8. Briefly describe the 2 classic experiments of Lawrence & Kuypers, who made lesions in the descending motor pathways of monkeys. Summarize the results of these studies indicating the types of behavioral deficits that were seen. (p 201) 9. Describe the anatomy, neuron circuitry, and functions of muscle spindles. Use a simple labeled diagram of the muscle spindle feedback circuit in your answer. NOTE (Diagram may be provided). (p 203-205) 10. What are mirror neurons? Describe the results of two experiments that provide evidence for how we think the mirror neuron system functions? (p 195-196) 11. Describe the role of the cerebellum in controlling movements and explain how motor systems are affected by damage to the cerebellum. (p 198) 12. Briefly explain the concept of central sensorimotor programs. Describe and discuss three of the important features of sensorimotor programs. (p 207-209)...