VISION AND HEARING 4TH GRADE QUIZ

What is the name of the transparent front part of the eye that helps focus light?

• retina

• sclera

• cornea

• pupil

Which part of the eye controls how much light enters the eye?

• Retina

• Cornea

• Iris

• Pupil

How do we see objects that are far away?

• Through the nose

• By using our sense of smell

• Through the lens in our eyes

• By listening carefully

Explain how the lens in the eye helps us to see clearly.

• The lens in the eye has no effect on our ability to see clearly.

• The lens in the eye distorts the light, making it difficult to see clearly.

• The lens in the eye focuses light onto the retina, allowing us to see clearly.

• The lens in the eye reflects light away from the retina, causing blurry vision.

What is the name of the part of the ear that collects sound waves?

• earlobe

• ear drum

• ear canal

• earlobe

Which part of the ear helps us to maintain balance?

• throat

• nose

• inner ear

• outer ear

How does sound travel through the ear to the brain?

• Through the nose, throat, and stomach

• By traveling through the eyes and reaching the brain

• Sound doesn't travel to the brain, it stays in the ear

• Through the ear canal, eardrum, middle ear bones, cochlea, and auditory nerve

Explain how the eardrum helps us to hear sounds.

• The eardrum vibrates when sound waves hit it, and these vibrations are then transmitted to the inner ear, allowing us to hear sounds.

• The eardrum helps us to hear by converting sound waves into electrical signals for the brain

• The eardrum helps us to hear by amplifying the sound waves before they reach the inner ear

• The eardrum helps us to hear by reflecting sound waves away from the ear

Why is it important to wear protective eyewear when playing sports?

• To improve vision

• To block out sunlight

• To look cool

• To prevent eye injuries

What are some ways to protect our ears from loud noises?

• Listen to loud music to get used to the noise

• Use earplugs or earmuffs, keep a safe distance from loud sounds, and limit the time spent in noisy environments.

• Cover your ears with your hands

• Ignore the loud noises and hope for the best

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