The Eye Quiz

What is the colored part of the eye called?

• iris

• retina

• cornea

• pupil

Which part of the eye controls the amount of light that enters?

• cornea

• retina

• pupil

• iris

What is the transparent front part of the eye called?

• iris

• cornea

• sclera

• pupil

What is the name of the part of the eye that changes shape to help focus on objects?

• cornea

• retina

• lens

• iris

What is the name of the nerve that carries signals from the eye to the brain?

• optic nerve

• facial nerve

• olfactory nerve

• auditory nerve

What is the medical term for nearsightedness?

• presbyopia

• myopia

• astigmatism

• hyperopia

What is the medical term for farsightedness?

• astigmatism

• myopia

• presbyopia

• hyperopia

What is the name of the condition where the eye's lens becomes cloudy?

• cataract

• myopia

• astigmatism

• glaucoma

How often should you have an eye exam to maintain good eye health?

• Every 5-10 years

• Once in a lifetime

• Every 1-2 years

• Only when you have vision problems

What is the best way to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays?

• Closing your eyes tightly can protect them from harmful UV rays.

• Using sunscreen on your eyelids is the best way to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.

• Wearing a hat is enough to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.

• Wear sunglasses that block 100% of UVA and UVB rays.