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