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Biology 20 - DIGESTION QUIZ

Multiple Choice

_ 1. Which of the following is not found in digestive fluids in the stomach?

A. amylase
B. hydrochloric acid
C. pepsin
D. mucus

_ 2. Which of the following is not a function of the liver?

A. production of bile salts
B. Digestion of blood proteins from amino acids
C. Storage of glycogen
D. glucose conversion into glycogen and vice versa

_ 3. When patients have their gall bladders removed, they should initially be placed on a diet that is low in
which of the following?
A. carbohydrates
B. lipids
C. proteins
D. vitamins

_ 4. What is the role of the bicarbonate ion in the digestive process?

A. to stimulate the release of gastric juices
B. to initiate the digestion of starches
C. to lower the pH of material entering the small intestine from the stomach
D. to raise the pH of material entering the small intestine from the stomacH

_ 5. When digested, which of the following substances would yield a mixture of amino acids?
A. carbohydrate
B. lipid
C. Protein
D. Vitamin

_ 7. Which of the following statements is not a function of saliva?

A. It lubricates the food passage.
B. It contains the enzyme amylase.
C. It helps grind and tear food.
D. It dissolves food particles.

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_ 8. The pH of the stomach usually ranges
A. between 2.0 and 3.0
B. between 3.0 and 5.0
C. approximately 7.0
D. between 9.0 and 10.0

_ 9. Which of the following is not a function of the large intestine?

A. absorption of water
B. absorption of glucose
C. absorption of vitamins and minerals
D. temporary storage of wastes

_ 10. What must starch be converted into before it can be absorbed and used by the cells of the body?
A. monosaccaride
B. amino acids
C. triglycerides
D. ATP
11. Where does the digestion of proteins begin in the human digestive system?
A. mouth
B. stomach
C. small intestine
D. liver
_ 12. Where are the breakdown products of proteins absorbed?
A. stomach
B. small intestine
C. large intestine
D. gall bladder

13. Too much acid or too little protective gastric mucus may result in
a. an ulcer
b. polypeptide synthesis
c. rapid digestion of starch
d. reverse peristalsis

14. Which row below has an organ INCORRECTLY paired with its function?

ROW Organ Function

A Stomach begins chemical digestion of protein
B Mouth begins chemical digestion of starch
C large intestine production and storage of bile
D small intestine absorption of nutrients

15. The purpose of the villi is to increase surface area to allow:

a. increased absorption rates into the small intestine
b. decreased absorption rates into the large intestine
c. increased peristaltic action of the small intestine
d. decreased peristaltic action of the large intestine

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 16. The enzyme trypsin is responsible for the breaking down of:
a. cellulose
b. protein
c. lipids
d. all of the above

Use the following information to answer the next two questions.

Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a very common problem in childhood. Usually, it is mild and brief. Sometimes, it can be severe,
especially in infants.
A child has diarrhea if there are more bowel movements than usual and if stools are less formed and more
watery than usual. A child with diarrhea may also have fever, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach
pains, cramps, and blood and/or mucus in the bowel movement. Diarrhea can be dangerous if not treated
properly because it drains water and salts from the child.
Many different germs cause diarrhea. Most commonly, it is caused by a virus (such as Rotavirus) and so cannot
be cured with antibiotics.
Source: http://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/babies/Dehydration.htm

17. A person with diarrhea that is caused by a bacterial infection could die due to
a. starvation
b. exhaustion
c. dehydration
d. peristaltic paralysis

18. The organ of the digestive tract most likely affected by a virus that causes diarrhea is the
a. large intestine
b. small intestine
c. stomach
d. esophagus

Fill in the Blank

19. Waves of peristalsis push food against the bottom of the stomach, churning it backward, breaking it
into smaller pieces, and mixing it with gastric juice to produce a thick liquid called
____________________________.

20. The small intestine can be subdivided into three regions. The first 25 cm of the small intestine is
called the ________________________.

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21. Labeling (9 marks)
Label the organs of the digestive system on the diagram below.

Label Organ Basic Function (At least one main

function)
A

C Gallbladder

H Pancreas