Let’s solve this step by step.
We are looking at a diagram of the human brain with three labeled arrows: 1, 2, and 3. We need to identify which parts of the brain these arrows point to.
First, let’s look at arrow
1 — it points to the large, wrinkled outer part of the brain that covers most of the top and sides. This is the
cerebrum, specifically the cerebral cortex. It’s responsible for thinking, memory, and voluntary actions.
Next, arrow
2 points to the back-bottom part of the brain, behind the brainstem. This area has many fine folds and looks like a little “tree” inside (called the arbor vitae). That’s the
cerebellum. It helps with balance, coordination, and fine motor control.
Arrow
3 points to the lower part of the brainstem, just above where the spinal cord would connect. The label near it says “p.” which likely stands for pons, but the arrow is pointing more broadly to the brainstem region including the medulla oblongata (“m.o.”) and pons. However, since the arrow is aimed at the bulge just above the medulla, and given common labeling in such diagrams, this is typically the
pons — part of the brainstem that relays signals between the cerebrum, cerebellum, and spinal cord.
But wait — let’s double-check standard brain anatomy labels:
- Arrow 1 → Cerebrum (correct)
- Arrow 2 → Cerebellum (correct)
- Arrow 3 → Points to the pons (the rounded bump on the brainstem, above the medulla)
In many textbooks, when you see an arrow pointing to that specific bulge on the brainstem, it’s labeled as the
pons.
So final identification:
1 → Cerebrum
2 → Cerebellum
3 → Pons
Final Answer:
1 - Cerebrum, 2 - Cerebellum, 3 - Pons
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of anatomy of the brain worksheet.