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AIC SS 1 Biology Revision Questions - 3rd Term 2023/24
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  • 1. Which of the following is NOT a type of response in irritability?
A) Movement away from a harmful stimulus
B) Photosynthesis
C) Withdrawal from touch
D) Growth towards light
  • 2. Organisms move for various reasons. Which of the following is NOT a reason for movement?
A) To find food
B) To reproduce
C) To perform photosynthesis
D) To escape predators
  • 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) Water
C) Glucose
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) Conjugation tube
B) Oviduct
C) Lateral bud
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) Water
B) Oxygen
C) Urea
D) Carbon dioxide
  • 8. The process of removing waste products of metabolism from the body is called....
A) Cyclosis
B) Irritability
C) Excretion
D) Egestion
  • 9. The framework that supports and protects an organism's body is called the...
A) Muscle
B) Nervous system
C) Skeleton
D) Hydrostatic
  • 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) Cartilage
C) Bone
D) Muscle
  • 11. The skull, vertebral column, and ribs are all part of which division of the mammalian skeleton?
A) Axial skeleton
B) Exoskeleton
C) Hydrostatic skeleton
D) Appendicular skeleton
  • 12. The pectoral girdle and pelvic girdle are parts of which division of the mammalian skeleton?
A) Exoskeleton
B) Hydrostatic skeleton
C) Axial skeleton
D) Appendicular
  • 13. The limbs of a mammal are referred to as...
A) Appendicular
B) Hinge limb
C) Girdles
D) Pentadactyl limbs
  • 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) Hinge joint
C) Fixed 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 reduce friction and absorb shock
B) To store energy and lubricate
C) To transmit nerve impulses
D) To create soft movement
  • 16. Plants have specialized tissues that provide them with support and structure. These are called...
A) Supporting tissues
B) Meristematic tissues
C) Epidermal tissues
D) Vascular tissues
  • 17. One type of supporting tissue in plants is called __________. It consists of long, slender cells with thick walls.
A) Parenchyma
B) Phloem
C) Xylem
D) Sclerenchyma
  • 18. Collenchyma is another type of supporting tissue in plants. What is the main function of collenchyma?
A) Provides support to young stems and leaves
B) Protects the plant surface
C) Stores food materials
D) Transports water and minerals
  • 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) Presence of lignin for rigidity
D) Meristematic activity
  • 20. What is the role of cellulose in plant cell walls?
A) Allows gas exchange
B) Transports water and minerals
C) Gives strength and rigidity
D) Provides energy
  • 21. The movement of water and nutrients within a plant is facilitated by a specialized tissue system called the...
A) Vascular tissue
B) Epidermal tissue
C) Parenchyma tissue
D) Supporting tissue
  • 22. The xylem, a component of the vascular tissue, transports...
A) Water and minerals
B) Gases
C) Sugars
D) Reproductive cells
  • 23. The phloem, another component of the vascular tissue, transports...
A) Reproductive cells
B) Water and minerals
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) 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) Ovule
B) Stigma
C) Stamen
D) Pistil
  • 26. What is the importance of seed dormancy in some plants?
A) Allows for rapid germination
B) Weakens the seed coat
C) Increases the rate of photosynthesis
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) Scattered throughout the plant
B) In the center of the stem
C) Near the surface of stems and leaves
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) Sliding
B) Twisting
C) Bending
D) Coughing
  • 30. Which option is NOT a type of reproduction?
A) Internal fertilization
B) Fragmentation
C) Photosynthesis
D) Asexual
  • 31. Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) refers to practices that involve:
A) Removal of the appendix in females
B) Cosmetic surgery on the female genitals.
C) Hormonal treatment to delay puberty in females.
D) Partial or total removal of external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.
  • 32. The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies FGM into four types. Which of the following is NOT a type of FGM?
A) Narrowing the vaginal opening by creating a seal.
B) Partial or total removal of the clitoris.
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) Reduceed fertility
B) Reduced risk of sexually transmitted infections.
C) Severe bleeding, pain, and infections.
D) Improved hygiene
  • 34. The consequences of FGM can extend beyond physical health to include:
A) Psychological trauma, depression, and anxiety.
B) Faster economic development
C) Increased social status for women
D) Stronger family bonds.
  • 35. Students like yourself can play a role in ending FGM by:
A) Mocking those who speak out against FGM.
B) Pressuring others to continue the practice
C) Staying silent on the issue.
D) Learning more and raising awareness among friends and family.
  • 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) Ligaments
C) Tendons
D) Capsule
  • 38. The type of joint found in the wrist is called --------
A) Hinge
B) Pivot or rotating
C) Gliding or sliding
D) Ball and socket
  • 39. HIV stands for:
A) Human Influenza Virus
B) Human Immunodeficiency Virus
C) Human Intestinal Virus
D) Human Infectious Virus
  • 40. Which of the following is an example of asexual reproduction in plants?
A) Runner formation in strawberries
B) Conjugation
C) Pollination
D) Fertilization
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