Question

1. an encounter with an angry bear would trigger activity in which gland?

pancreas
pituitary
thyroid
adrenal

Explanation:

The adrenal gland is responsible for the body's "fight - or - flight" response. When encountering an angry bear (a stressful situation), the adrenal gland releases hormones like adrenaline. The pancreas is involved in digestion and blood sugar regulation. The pituitary gland is the "master gland" but its role in this immediate stress response is more indirect (it may signal the adrenal gland after initial perception). The thyroid gland is mainly involved in metabolism regulation.

Answer:

Adrenal