Question

deep inside the emotional center of the brain, an almond - shaped structure called the amygdala is working hard. if someone is faced with a bully, the amygdala sends out alarms. it tells the body, “time to go into crisis mode!” the chemicals epinephrine and norepinephrine are released into the bloodstream. everything speeds up, including heartbeat, blood flow, and breathing. next, the hormone cortisol is sent on an emergency mission to fill the muscles with nutrients and energy in case anyone needs to run.
which chemical helps supply the muscles with energy when the body faces a crisis, such as confronting a bully?
cortisol
amygdala
epinephrine
norepinephrine

Explanation:

The text states that when the body faces a crisis (like confronting a bully), the hormone cortisol is sent on an emergency mission to fill the muscles with nutrients and energy.

Answer:

cortisol