Nervous System and Eye Function Quiz

Neha is having difficulty seeing objects up close but can see distant objects clearly. What condition does she have and how can it be corrected?

• Short-sightedness, corrected with concave lenses

• Long-sightedness, corrected with convex lenses

• Short-sightedness, corrected with convex lenses

• Long-sightedness, corrected with concave lenses

What is the role of the sclera in the eye?

• To detect light intensity

• To change the shape of the lens

• To protect the eye

• To connect the eye to the brain

What is the role of the sensory neuron in reflex arcs?

• To detect changes in the environment

• To bring about a response

• To coordinate the body's response

• To relay information to the brain

What is the role of the motor neuron in reflex arcs?

• To detect changes in the environment

• To bring about a response

• To coordinate the body's response

• To relay information to the brain

What is the role of the relay neuron in reflex arcs?

• To detect changes in the environment

• To bring about a response

• To connect sensory neurons to motor neurons

• To insulate the neuron

What is the role of the effector in reflex arcs?

• To detect changes in the environment

• To bring about a response

• To coordinate the body's response

• To relay information to the brain

Ava is studying the human eye in her biology class. She learns about different parts of the eye and their functions. What is the function of the suspensory ligament in the eye?

• To detect light intensity

• To change the shape of the lens

• To protect the eye

• To connect the eye to the brain

What is the function of the nervous system?

• It enables organisms to react to their surroundings and coordinates behavior

• It circulates blood throughout the body

• It digests food and absorbs nutrients

• It provides structural support to the body

Rohan and Isla are discussing common eye problems they have encountered. Can you name two common defects of the eyes?

• Myopia (short-sightedness) and hyperopia (long-sightedness)

• Astigmatism and cataracts

• Glaucoma and macular degeneration

• Color blindness and night blindness

Sophie is studying the human body and wants to understand the role of a specific gland. What is the role of the pituitary gland?

• Controls muscle activity

• Controls unconscious activities

• Important for consciousness

• Releases hormones