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Digestive System Quiz

Digestive System Quiz

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Nancy Jackson

FREE Resource

10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the pharynx in the digestive system?

To produce digestive enzymes

To serve as a common pathway for food and air

To absorb nutrients

To store food temporarily

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which subsection of the pharynx is located near the mouth?

Laryngo pharynx

Oro pharynx

Esophageal pharynx

Naso pharynx

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What distinguishes a physiological sphincter from an anatomical sphincter?

It is visible externally

It is located in the brain

It disappears after death

It is made of bone

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the esophagus located in relation to the trachea?

Behind the trachea

In front of the trachea

Below the trachea

Above the trachea

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Through which structure does the esophagus pass to reach the stomach?

Duodenal Loop

Esophageal Hiatus

Cardiac Orifice

Pyloric Sphincter

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first phase of swallowing called?

Gastric phase

Esophageal phase

Bucal phase

Involuntary phase

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the epiglottis play during swallowing?

It secretes saliva

It blocks the windpipe

It grinds the food

It absorbs nutrients

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