- 1. What enzyme starts the digestion of carbohydrates?
A) Trypsin B) Amylase C) Lipase D) Pepsin
- 2. Where does the majority of digestion occur?
A) Small intestine B) Mouth C) Esophagus D) Stomach
- 3. Which organ produces bile?
A) Stomach B) Pancreas C) Liver D) Gallbladder
- 4. What layer of the digestive tract is responsible for absorption?
A) Mucosa B) Submucosa C) Muscularis D) Serosa
- 5. What is the last section of the large intestine called?
A) Cecum B) Colon C) Rectum D) Ileum
- 6. Which structure prevents food from entering the windpipe?
A) Pharynx B) Uvula C) Larynx D) Epiglottis
- 7. What is the tube called that connects the mouth to the stomach?
A) Pharynx B) Duodenum C) Esophagus D) Trachea
- 8. How long is the average human small intestine?
A) About 15 feet B) About 20 feet C) About 5 feet D) About 30 feet
- 9. What is the first part of the small intestine?
A) Duodenum B) Cecum C) Jejunum D) Ileum
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