AIC SS 2 Biology Exam - 2nd Term 23/24
  • 1. Which of the following is NOT a type of response in irritability?
A) Growth towards light
B) Movement away from a harmful stimulus
C) Withdrawal from touch
D) Photosynthesis
  • 2. Organisms move for various reasons. Which of the following is NOT a reason for movement?
A) To perform photosynthesis
B) To reproduce
C) To escape predators
D) To find food
  • 3. In plants, the direction of growth can be influenced by the movement of fluids within the cell. Which of these fluids is primarily responsible for growth movement?
A) Carbon dioxide
B) Glucose
C) Water
D) Oxygen
  • 4. What organelles in the cell are responsible for the movement of cytoplasm called cyclosis?
A) Nucleus
B) Mitochondria
C) Chloroplasts
D) Cytoskeleton
  • 5. In some organisms, like Paramecium, two individuals exchange genetic material during a process called...
A) Budding
B) Conjugation
C) Fertilization
D) Binary fission
  • 6. During conjugation in Spirogyra, the outgrowth meets and the separating walls dissolve to form a continuous channel called __________ .
A) Oviduct
B) Fallopian tube
C) Conjugation tube
D) Lateral bud
  • 7. Waste products of metabolism can be excreted in various forms. Which of the following is NOT a form of waste excretion?
A) Oxygen
B) Carbon dioxide
C) Urea
D) Water
  • 8. The process of removing waste products of metabolism from the body is called....
A) Irritability
B) Cyclosis
C) Excretion
D) Egestion
  • 9. The framework that supports and protects an organism's body is called the...
A) Skeleton
B) Hydrostatic
C) Nervous system
D) Muscle
  • 10. Skeletons can be made from different materials depending on the organism. Which of the following is NOT a type of skeletal material?
A) Chitin
B) Bone
C) Cartilage
D) Muscle
  • 11. The skull, vertebral column, and ribs are all part of which division of the mammalian skeleton?
A) Hydrostatic skeleton
B) Appendicular skeleton
C) Axial skeleton
D) Exoskeleton
  • 12. The pectoral girdle and pelvic girdle are parts of which division of the mammalian skeleton?
A) Appendicular
B) Exoskeleton
C) Hydrostatic skeleton
D) Axial skeleton
  • 13. The limbs of a mammal are referred to as...
A) Pentadactyl limbs
B) Girdles
C) Appendicular
D) Hinge limb
  • 14. Joints are the points where two or more bones meet. Which of the following is NOT a type of joint?
A) Fixed joint
B) Muscular joint
C) Hinge joint
D) Ball-and-socket joint
  • 15. Cartilage is a type of tissue found in many joints. What is the main function of cartilage in joints?
A) To create soft movement
B) To reduce friction and absorb shock
C) To store energy and lubricate
D) To transmit nerve impulses
  • 16. Plants have specialized tissues that provide them with support and structure. These are called...
A) Meristematic tissues
B) Vascular tissues
C) Supporting tissues
D) Epidermal tissues
  • 17. One type of supporting tissue in plants is called __________. It consists of long, slender cells with thick walls.
A) Phloem
B) Parenchyma
C) Sclerenchyma
D) Xylem
  • 18. Collenchyma is another type of supporting tissue in plants. What is the main function of collenchyma?
A) Transports water and minerals
B) Protects the plant surface
C) Provides support to young stems and leaves
D) Stores food materials
  • 19. Xylem and collenchyma are examples of plant supporting tissues. What is a characteristic feature of xylem?
A) Meristematic activity
B) Abundant cytoplasm
C) Thin-walled cells
D) Presence of lignin for rigidity
  • 20. What is the role of cellulose in plant cell walls?
A) Provides energy
B) Transports water and minerals
C) Allows gas exchange
D) Gives strength and rigidity
  • 21. The movement of water and nutrients within a plant is facilitated by a specialized tissue system called the...
A) Vascular tissue
B) Parenchyma tissue
C) Epidermal tissue
D) Supporting tissue
  • 22. The xylem, a component of the vascular tissue, transports...
A) Gases
B) Reproductive cells
C) Water and minerals
D) Sugars
  • 23. The phloem, another component of the vascular tissue, transports...
A) Reproductive cells
B) Water and minerals
C) Gases
D) Sugars and other organic materials
  • 24. The stem of a plant has several important functions. Which of the following is NOT a function of the stem?
A) Supporting the leaves and flowers
B) Transporting water and nutrients
C) Storing food materials
D) Carrying out photosynthesis
  • 25. Sexual reproduction in plants involves the production of gametes. What is the structure in a flowering plant that produces male gametes (sperm)?
A) Stamen
B) Pistil
C) Ovule
D) Stigma
  • 26. What is the importance of seed dormancy in some plants?
A) Allows for rapid germination
B) Increases the rate of photosynthesis
C) Weakens the seed coat
D) Helps plants survive harsh environmental conditions
  • 27. The arrangement of supporting tissues in plants contributes to their overall strength and flexibility. Where is collenchyma typically found in plants?
A) In the center of the stem
B) Near the surface of stems and leaves
C) Scattered throughout the plant
D) Deep within the roots
  • 28. Parenchyma, although not a true supporting tissue, plays a supportive role in plants. What is a primary function of parenchyma cells?
A) Transport water and minerals
B) Provide structural support
C) Carry out various metabolic functions
D) Protect the plant surface
  • 29. Joints allow for various movements in the body. Which of the following is NOT a function of joints?
A) Coughing
B) Bending
C) Twisting
D) Sliding
  • 30. Which option is NOT a type of reproduction?
A) Asexual
B) Internal fertilization
C) Fragmentation
D) Photosynthesis
  • 31. Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) refers to practices that involve:
A) Hormonal treatment to delay puberty in females.
B) Removal of the appendix in females
C) Partial or total removal of external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.
D) Cosmetic surgery on the female genitals.
  • 32. The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies FGM into four types. Which of the following is NOT a type of FGM?
A) Partial or total removal of the clitoris.
B) Narrowing the vaginal opening by creating a seal.
C) Partial or total removal of the clitoris and inner labia.
D) Stretching and tearing of the clitoris and labia.
  • 33. Immediate health complications of FGM can include:
A) Improved hygiene
B) Reduceed fertility
C) Severe bleeding, pain, and infections.
D) Reduced risk of sexually transmitted infections.
  • 34. The consequences of FGM can extend beyond physical health to include:
A) Psychological trauma, depression, and anxiety.
B) Increased social status for women
C) Stronger family bonds.
D) Faster economic development
  • 35. Students like yourself can play a role in ending FGM by:
A) Learning more and raising awareness among friends and family.
B) Mocking those who speak out against FGM.
C) Staying silent on the issue.
D) Pressuring others to continue the practice
  • 36. Which of the following is correct about acrosome?
A) Contains digestive enzymes
B) Contains 23 chromosomes
C) Causes sperm to swim
D) Containing many mitochondria
  • 37. ----------- are extensions of connective tissues which surround the muscles and connect muscles to bones.
A) Cartilage
B) Tendons
C) Ligaments
D) Capsule
  • 38. The type of joint found in the wrist is called --------
A) Hinge
B) Gliding or sliding
C) Ball and socket
D) Pivot or rotating
  • 39. HIV stands for:
A) Human Intestinal Virus
B) Human Infectious Virus
C) Human Immunodeficiency Virus
D) Human Influenza Virus
  • 40. Which of the following is an example of asexual reproduction in plants?
A) Conjugation
B) Runner formation in strawberries
C) Pollination
D) Fertilization
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