Informal Practice Questions (AY 23-24)

Grade 10
Stream ASP
Course Code BIO50A
Subtopic 6.4 The Circulatory System

I. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following are among the functions of the circulatory system? (KPI 6.4.1, AO1)

I. Removes wastes from tissues

II. Sends electrical signals about external pressure
III. Tranports oxygen and nutrients

A. I and II only
√ B. I and III only
C. II and III only
D. I, II, and III

2. Which of the following best identifies the types of blood vessels shown in the diagram bellow? (KPI
6.4.4, AO1/2)

1 2 3
√ A. Artery Capillary Vein
B. Artery Vein Capillary
C. Capillary Vein Artery
D. Vein Capillary Artery

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 Use the diagram below of the heart to answer questions 3 and 4.

3. Which number refers to the aortic valve? (KPI 6.4.2, AO1)

A. 1
B. 2
√ C. 3
D. 4

4. Which of the following best describes the function of the part labeled with the letter X? (KPI 6.4.2,
AO1)

A. Coordinates the electrical signals that control heartbeats

B. Facilitates the exchange of gases between the ventricles and atria
√ C. Prevents oxygen-poor and oxygen-rich blood from mixing
D. Regulates the flow of blood into and out of the heart chambers

5. Which of the following is the correct of sequence of blood flow in the pulmonary circulation? (KPI
6.4.3, AO1)

A. Left ventricle  aorta  lung  pulmonary vein  right atrium

B. Left ventricle  pulmonary artery  lung  pulmonary vein  right atrium
C. Right ventricle  aorta  lung  pulmonary vein  left atrium
√ D. Right ventricle  pulmonary artery  lung  pulmonary vein  left atrium

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II. Free Response Questions

Use the diagram below of the heart to answer questions 6 and 7.

6. Complete the table below to identify the name of each labeled part. (KPI 6.4.2, AO1)

Label Name of the part

A Right atrium

B Right ventricle
C Left atrium
D Mitral valve

E Left ventricle

F Pulmonary valve

7. Identify the label that represents the part of the heart form which blood will be pumped to the
brain and arms. (KPI 6.4.3, AO1/2)

E. The left ventricle.

8. Complete the table below to identify the blood component that is responsible of each listed
function. (KPI 6.4.5, AO1)

Blood component responsible

Function
for this function
Carries dissolved salts, enzymes, hormones Plasma

Fight pathogens and guard against infections White blood cells

Participate in blood clotting Platelets

Transport most of the oxygen gas Red blood cells

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 Informal Practice Questions (AY 23-24)
Grade 10
Stream ASP
Course Code BIO50A
Subtopic 6.5 The Respiratory System

I. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which number in the table below correctly identifies a function of the respiratory system? (KPI
6.5.1, AO1)

Number Gas As we
1 carbon dioxide is picked up exhale

2 carbon dioxide is released inhale

3 oxygen is picked up inhale

4 oxygen is released exhale

A. 1
B. 2
√ C. 3
D. 4

2. Which of the following is the correct sequence of air flow in the respiratory system? (KPI 6.5.2,
AO1)

A. Nose  larynx  pharynx  trachea  bronchi  lungs

√ B. Nose  pharynx  larynx  trachea  bronchi  lungs
C. Nose  larynx  pharynx  bronchi  trachea  lungs
D. Nose  pharynx  larynx  bronchi  trachea  lungs

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3. Which of the following muscles directly contributes to the processes of inhalation and exhalation?
(KPI 6.5.4, AO1)

√ A. Diaphragm
B. Heart
C. Stomach
D. Triceps

4. During the process of gas exchange in the lungs, oxygen diffuses from_____________ to_____________
through a(n)________ process. (KPI 6.5.3, AO1)

A. alveoli capillaries active

B. capillaries alveoli active
√ C. alveoli capillaries passive
D. capillaries alveoli passive

5. Which of the following is the blood parameter that is directly used to control breathing by the brain
breathing center? (KPI 6.5.5, AO1)

A. Blood volume level

√ B. Carbon dioxide level
C. Hemoglobin level
D. Oxygen level

6. Which of the following is true about the process shown in the figure below? (KPI 6.5.5, AO1)

A. The process is inhalation and the diaphragm is contracted

B. The process is inhalation and the diaphragm is relaxed
C. The process is exhalation and the diaphragm is contracted
√ D. The process is exhalation and the diaphragm is relaxed

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II. Free Response Questions

7. Use the diagram below to complete the table that follows by writing the letter that matches each
listed description. (KPI 6.5.2, AO1)

Description Letter
Common opening for digestive and respiratory systems B

A branched tube that transfers air from the trachea to the lung G

Small, air-filled chambers within the lung where gas exchange takes place D

Commonly called the voice box, and a connection between the pharynx and trachea C

Contains cartilage rings. It filters the inhaled air and branches into two bronchi E

Air is entering here and it is filtered and kept moist and warm A

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Use the diagram below, which shows the structure of a section of the human lung, to answer questions
8 and 9.

8. Identify the name of structure X and describe two ways that this structure is adapted for efficient
gas exchange. (KPIs 6.5.2 and 6.5.3, AO1)

- Name of structure X: Alveoli/air sacs.

- Two ways that this structure is adapted for efficient gas exchange:

Large surface area/moist/thin walls/just one cell thick/richly supplied with blood capillaries

9. Name one feature of how the structure of the capillaries is adapted for gas exchange and explain
how this feature ensures efficient gas exchange. (KPI 6.5.3, AO3)

- One cell thin/porous membranes/thin membranes/very narrow).

- So, the gases can easily diffuse across capillaries.

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 Informal Practice Questions (AY 23-24)
Grade 10
Stream ASP
Course Code BIO50A
Subtopic 6.6 The Nervous System

I. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following are among the functions of the nervous system? (KPI 6.6.1, AO1)

I. Collects information about the internal and external environment

II. Processes information received from recpetors
III. Sends responses to stimuli

A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
√ D. I, II, and III

2. Which number in the table below correctly identifies the parts of the central nervous system and
the peripheral nervous system? (KPI 6.6.2, AO1)

Number Central nervous system Peripheral nervous system

1 Brain and spinal cord Nerves

2 Brain and nerves Spinal cord

3 Brain Spinal cord and nerves

4 Nerves Brain and spinal cord

√ A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

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 Use the daigram below of the neuron to answer questions 3-6.

3. Which number represents the dendrites? (KPI 6.6.3, AO1)

A. 1
B. 4
C. 5
√ D. 6

4. Which number represents the axon? (KPI 6.6.3, AO1)

A. 1
√ B. 4
C. 5
D. 7

5. Which of the following is the name of part 3? (KPI 6.6.3, AO1)

A. Axon terminal
B. Cell body
√ C. Myelin sheath
D. Node

6. Which of the following is a correct match between the part and its function? (KPI 6.6.3, AO1)

√ A. 1: Releases neurotransmitters
B. 3: Generates electrical impulses
C. 5: Responds to impulses by contraction
D. 6: Sends electrical signals to nearby cells

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7. The function of the______________ neurons is to carry impulses from the central nervous system
to________________ organs. (KPI 6.6.4, AO1)

√ A. motor response
B. motor sense
C. sensory response
D. sensory sense

8. Which of the following is a correct function of the spinal cord? (KPI 6.6.6, AO1)

A. Controls congition processes such as memory, attention, and language

B. Helps maintain internal balance by regulating functions such as body temperature
√ C. Links the brain to the rest of the body and is invloved in reflex arc responses
D. Plays a central role in processing and regulating emotions

9. Which of the following correct about the somatic nervous system? (KPIs 6.6.7 and 6.6.8, AO1/2)

A. It controls the functions of internal organs

√ B. It is responsible for conscious movement of skeletal muscles
C. It primarily regulates the release of hormones
D. It regulates involuntary bodily functions

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II. Free Response Questions

10. Use the diagram below to complete the table that follows to identify the name of each part. (KPI
6.6.4, AO1)

Number Name
1 Sensory organ

2 Sensory neuron

3 Interneuron

4 Motor neuron

5 Response organ

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Use the diagram below to answer questions 11 and 12.

11. Complete the table below. (KPIs 6.6.5, AO1/2)

Letter Type of neuron potential Justification

A Resting potential Negatively charged inside

B Action potential Positively charged inside

12. Describe how a nerve impulse is transmitted through the neuron. (KPI 6.6.5, AO1)

- Action potential starts with a stimulus.

- Stimulus causes ion channels to open.
- Sodium ions rush into the neuron, making it more positive.
- This depolarization triggers neighboring sodium channels to open.
- The action potential travels down the axon.

13. Complete the table below to compare the somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system.
(KPI 6.6.8, AO1)

Criteria Somatic nervous system Autonomic nervous system

Is it apart of the
PNS PNS
CNS or PNS?
Activities that it Volunarty Involuantry/not under conscious
controls Reflex arc control
Example of an
Skeletal muscle movement Heart rate
activity it controls

14. Compare the functions of the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous
system. (KPI 6.6.8, AO1)

The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for intense activity “fight or flight”.
The parasympathetic nervous system produces the “rest and digest” response.

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 Informal Practice Questions (AY 23-24)
Grade 10
Stream ASP
Course Code BIO50A
Subtopic 6.7 The Endocrine System

I. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following are among the functions of the endocrine system? (KPI 6.7.1, AO1)

I. Regulates mood and metabolism

II. Regulates tissue functions
III. Regulates growth and development

A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
√ D. I, II, and III

2. Which of the following is correct about hormones? (KPI 6.7.2, AO1)

A. Affect cells by changing DNA sequence

B. Are made only from proteins
C. Produced by exocrine glands
√ D. Travel in the blood stream

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 Use the daigram below to answer questions 3 and 4.

3. The hormone shown in the diagram is a_________ hormone since it____________________. (KPI 6.7.3, AO2)

A. nonsteroid cannot pass the cell membrane

B. nonsteroid can pass directly across the cell membrane
C. steroid cannot pass the cell membrane
√ D. steroid can pass directly across the cell membrane

4. Which of the following is correct about the diagram? (KPI 6.7.3, AO1)

√ A. The hormone works by initiation specific gene expression

B. The process requires a secondary messenger
C. The receptor of the hormone is membrane-bound
D. The target cell can be any cell in the body

5. Which number in the table below correctly identifies the locations of the listed glands? (KPI 6.6.3,
AO1)

Location of the Location of the Location of the

Number
pituitary galnd thyroid gland thymus gland
1 Brain Neck Chest
2 Brain Chest Neck
3 Chest Neck Brain
4 Neck Chest Brain

√ A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

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II. Free Response Questions

Use the diagram below to answer questions 6 and 7.

6. Complete the table below to identify the labeled parts A, B and C. (KPI 6.7.3, AO1)

Name Letter
Receptor B

Secondary messenger C

Hormone A

7. Describe what is happening in each step labeled 1-4 in the diagram. (KPIs 6.7.3, AO1)

1- The nonsteroid hormone binds to the receptor.

2- This activates an enzyme in the membrane.
3- The activated enzyme converts ATP into cAMP.
4- cAMP/secondary messenger produces the cellular response.

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8. Use the diagram below to complete the table that follows. (KPI 6.7.4, AO1)

Letter Name of gland One function

A Pituitary Regulates other endocrine glands

B Thyroid Regulates metabolism

C Parathyroid Regulates the level of calcium in blood

D Thymus Stimulates T cell development

E Adrenal Helps the body responsd to stress

F Pancreas Regulates the level of glucose in the blood

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 Use the diagram below, which shows how water is kept under balance in the body, to answer
questions 9-11.

9. Identify the type of the feedback shown by the diagram and explain your answer. (KPI 6.7.5,
AO1/2)

Negative feedback. The final outcome feeds back to inhibit the system.

10. Identify the name of the hormone involved in this process. (KPI 6.7.5, AO1)

ADH.

11. Describe the role of the kidneys in this loop labeled as II in the diagram. (KPI 6.7.5, AO1)

The kidneys will slow the removal of water from blood.

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 Informal Practice Questions (AY 23-24)
Grade 10
Stream ASP
Course Code BIO50A
Subtopic 6.8 The Reproductive System

I. Multiple Choice Questions

Use the diagram below of the male reproductive system to answer questions 1-3.

1. Which number represnts the epididymis? (KPI 6.8.1, AO1)

A. 1
B. 5
C. 6
√ D. 7

2. Which of the following is the name of the of part 5? (KPI 6.8.1, AO1)

A. Bulbourethral gland
√ B. Prostate gland
C. Seminal vesicle
D. Vas deferens

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3. Which of the following is a correct match between the part and its function? (KPI 6.8.1, AO1)

A. 1: Storage and maturation of sperms

√ B. 2: Passage of semen to outside
C. 5: Production of sperm cells
D. 8: Production of seminal fluid

4. Which of the following is the hormone that directs the male physical changes during puberty? (KPI
6.8.2, AO1)

A. FSH
B. LH
C. Progesterone
√ D. Testosterone

5. Which of the following are among the functions of the female reproductive system? (KPI 6.8.3, AO1)

I. Controlling the glands that participate in immunity

II. Production of egg cells
III. Preparing the body to nourish a developing embryo

A. I and II only
B. I and III only
√ C. II and III only
D. I, II, and III

Use the diagram below of the female reproductive system to answer questions 6-8.

6. Which number represnts the uterus? (KPI 6.8.4, AO1)

√ A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

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 7. Which of the following is the name of the of part 3? (KPI 6.8.4, AO1)

A. Cervix
B. Endometrium
√ C. Fallopian tube
D. Ovary

8. Which of the following is a correct match between the part and its function? (KPI 6.8.4, AO1)

A. 1: Site of fertilization
B. 2: Site of development of the embryo
C. 3: Production of eggs
√ D. 4: Production of female sex hormones

II. Free Response Questions

9. Use the graph below to briefly describe the changes in the ovary and the uterus during the
menstrual cycle. (KPI 6.8.6, AO1)

Ovary:
- Follicular phase: One ovarian follicles mature.
- Ovulation: The mature follicle releases the egg into the fallopian tube.
- Luteal phase: The ruptured follicle transforms into the corpus luteum, secreting progesterone.

Uterus:
- Menstruation: The uterine lining sheds, causing menstrual bleeding.
- Proliferative phase: The uterine lining thickens.
- Secretory phase: If fertilization occurs, the uterus prepares for implantation by further
thickening the lining. If not, the lining begins to break down.

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10. Complete the table below to identify the effects of each listed hormone on the female. (KPI 6.8.5,
AO1)

Hormone Effects on the female

FSH Stimulates ovary to produce estrogen and to start producing egg cells

LH Triggers ovulation

Stimulates the growth and development of the female reproductive

Estrogen
organs and plays a key role in the thickening of the uterine lining

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 Informal Practice Questions (AY 23-24)
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Stream ASP
Course Code BIO50A
Subtopic 6.9 The Immune System

I. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following are the main cause of infectious diseases? (KPI 6.9.1, AO1)

A. Abnormal growth of cells

B. Changes in DNA structure
√ C. Microorganisms
D. Toxic metals

2. Which of the following are NOT among pathogens? (KPI 6.9.1, AO1)

√ A. Algae
B. Bacteria
C. Fungi
D. Viruses

3. Which of the following are among the ways through which pathogens can cause infectious
diseases? (KPI 6.9.2, AO1)

I. Directly invade tissues and cells causing damage

II. Disruption of normal physiological processes
III. Producing toxins that are harmful to cells and tissues

A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
√ D. I, II, and III

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 4. Which number in the table below correctly identifies the most probable way that listed infectious
diseases are spread through? (KPI 6.9.3, AO2)

Number Respiratory diseases Digestive tract duseases Sexual diseases

1 Sneezing Contaminated food Exchanging body fluids
2 Exchanging body fluids Contaminated food Sneezing
3 Sneezing Exchanging body fluids Contaminated food
4 Touching doorknob Coughing Sneezing

√ A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

5. Which of the following are among the nonspecific defenses against pathogens? (KPI 6.9.4, AO1)

I. Antibodies
II. Skin
III. Stomach acid

A. I and II only
B. I and III only
√ C. II and III only
D. I, II, and III

6. Parts of pathogens that are used by the immune system to recognize them as “non-self” are
called__________________. (KPI 6.9.5, AO1)

A. antibodies
√ B. antigens
C. genetic markers
D. interferons

II. Free Response Questions

7. Describe how vaccines work. (KPI 6.9.6, AO1)

Vaccines work by taking advantage of antigens and immunological memory. Vaccines contain the
antigens of the pathogens that cause disease. When a person is vaccinated with theses antigens,
the immune system generates antibody-producing cells. If the person comes in contact with this
antigen again, the body is ready to fight.

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8. Complete the table below to differentiate between humoral immunity and cell-mediated immunity.
(KPI 6.9.7, AO1)

Criteria Humoral immunity Cell-mediated immunity

Involvement of helper
Yes Yes
T cells?
Involvement of B cells Yes No
Production of
Yes No
antibodies?
Infected body cells
No Yes
destroyed?
Production of memory
Yes Yes
cells

9. Complete the table below to identify the role of each cell in the specific defense in the body. (KPI
6.9.7, AO1)

Cell Role in the specific defense

Helper T cells Activate B cells and cytotoxic T cells
Cytotoxic T cells Bind to infected body cells and destroy them
B cells Develop into plasma cells and memory cells

Plasma cells Release antibodies

Macrophages Consume pathogens and displays antigens on their surface

10. Complete the table below by writing the immune system disorder that correctly matches each
listed description. Use the provided list for your answer. Each disorder must be used once only.
(KPI 6.9.8, AO1)

Allergy Asthma AIDS Autoimmune disease

Description Immune system disorder

Type 1 diabetes, in which the insulin-producing cells are
Autoimmune disease
attacked by antibodies, is an example of this type
It is transmitted by sharing needles, contact with infected
AIDS
persons, and transmission from the infected mother to the child
It produces inflammatory response, causing sneezing, coughing
Allergy
watery eyes, and runny nose
Air passages become narrow causing wheezing and difficulty in
Asthma
breathing

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