Quiz & Worksheet - Walter Cannon's Theories

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What is the function of Walter Cannon's fight-or-flight response?

To ready the muscle tissue for quick sprinting To prepare the body to deal with a potentially dangerous or life-threatening situation

To reduce digestive function and salivation in response to great effort To prepare the brain for a fight

Worksheet

Print Walter Cannon: Stress & Fight or Flight Theories Worksheet

1. What led Walter Cannon to his discovery of the fight or flight response?

The digestive response of laboratory animals under stress
His doctoral research in physiology
His studies of prehistoric peoples
The experiences of soldiers in the military

2. What happens to the human body when it's confronted by a perceived or real threat?

The central nervous system activates the brain, which controls our physical movements and helps us interpret the threat.
The brain activates the sympathetic nervous system, which stimulates the body and mobilizes energy resources for action.
The central and peripheral nervous systems exchange signals that control the movements of our hands and feet, in case we need to fight or flee.
The brain and heart become overstimulated, which may lead to a stroke or heart attack.

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About This Quiz & Worksheet

Walter Cannon discovered the fight or flight response, and this quiz/worksheet combo will help you test your understanding of the man. You'll be assessed on your understanding of Cannon's theories and the effects of the fight or flight response.

Quiz & Worksheet Goals

In these assessments you'll be tested on your understanding of:

Work and theories of Walter Cannon
Function of the fight or flight response
Disorders of the fight or flight response

Skills Practiced

Reading comprehension - ensure that you draw the most important information from the related psychology lesson
Defining key concepts - ensure that you can accurately define main phrases, such as acute stress response and post-traumatic stress disorder
Information recall - access the knowledge you've gained regarding Walter Cannon's theories
Knowledge application - use your knowledge to answer questions about the fight or flight response

Additional Learning

To learn more about psychology, review the accompanying lesson called Walter Cannon: Stress & Fight or Flight Theories. This lesson covers the following objectives: