Grade 4 Science And Technology – Human Body:The Digestive System Quiz

1. which one of the following is not a part of the digestive system

pancreas
nose
mouth
intestines
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2. which of the following statements describes the function of the digestive system

reproduction
enables the animals to move from one place to another
breakdown of food into small particles that can be absorbed in the body
inhaling
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3. the mouth ahs the following except?

teeth
tongue
saliva
toes
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4. saliva serves the following function in the mouth.

quenches thirst
cooks food
chews food
moistens food and helps in digestion.
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5. what is a bolus?

saliva component
a disease that affects the mouth
small round balls formed as the tongue rolls the chewed food
end product after digestion is compete
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6. which one of the following is not among the functions of the stomach in digestive system?

producing substances that helps in digestion of food
chewing food into small particles
storing food temporarily before going in the small intestines
producing hydrochloric acid that kills any germ that may be present
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7. which part of the digestive system produces hydrochloric acid

stomach
rectum
bile
tongue
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8. which part connects the mouth and the stomach

esophagus
mouth
large intestines
small intestines
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9. what is the name of the substances produced by gall bladder?

stomach juice
bile
gastric juice
hydrochloric acid
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10. what is the function of the pancreas?

produces bile juice
produces pancreatic juice that aids in food digestion
produces hydrochloric acid
storing food
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11. digestion is competed in which part of the digestive system?

small intestines
anus
rectum
large intestines
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12. which one of the following is a function of the small intestine

storing undigested foods
storing digested foods
excreting undigested materials
completion of digestion and absorption of the digested foods.
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13. where does absorption of digested food occur?

large intestines
mouth
mouth
small intestines
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14. where does absorption of water occur?

large intestines
gall bladder
liver
small intestines'
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15. where is undigested food materials stored temporarily?

pancreas
rectum
large intestines
anus
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16. through which part is the undigested food material removed from the body.

rectum
mouth
walls of the small intestines
anus
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17. the major types of teeth are- in number

7
4
2
3
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18. the four major types of teeth differ from each other in two main ways, these are

color and shape
shape and size
structure and function
width and height
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19. which one of the following is not among the four major teeth types?

molar teeth
canine teeth
premolar teeth
milk teeth
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20. which one of the flowing statements matches the function of canine teeth

chewing food
tearing food
biting food
cutting food
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21. molars have how many roots?

1
none
6
3
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22. where are canine teeth located in the mouth?

in-between incisors and premolars
behind premolars
at the front jaw
behind the molars
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23. which of the following statements describes the structure of molars well?

they have one root
have two roots
flat chisel shaped
have wide, rough surface and three roots
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24. which teeth type has two roots?

canines
incisors
premolar
molars
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25. the following are characteristics of canine teeth. Which one is not?

they have a single root
they very sharp and pointed
they have three roots which are well developed.
they are longer than others
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26. what is the man difference between the structure of molars and premolars?

molars are deep rooted while premolars are shallow rooted
molars have three roots while premolars have two roots
molars are large while premolars are small
molars are for chewing while premolars are for grinding food
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27. how many times should we brush our teeth in a day?

8
none
2
1
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28. which one of the following is not way in which we care for our teeth?

brushing our teeth at least twice a day
avoiding sugar foods
visiting the dentist regularly
eating sugary foods every morning
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29. during digesting of food, where is the food mixed with saliva

stomach
esophagus
mouth
liver
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30. which of the following food is not harmful to our teeth

carrots
chewing gums
sweetcakes
candy
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31. Where does digestion process start in the human body?

Mouth
Liver
Lungs
Stomach
Explanation:

The digestion process starts in the mouth where food is broken down by chewing and mixed with saliva.

32. Which organ produces bile to help with digestion?

Kidneys
Liver
Pancreas
Intestines
Explanation:

The liver produces bile which helps in the digestion and absorption of fats.

33. What is the main function of the small intestine in the digestive system?

Absorbing nutrients
Storing waste
Filtering blood
Producing enzymes
Explanation:

The small intestine is responsible for absorbing nutrients such as vitamins and minerals from the digested food.

34. Which organ is responsible for producing digestive enzymes like pepsin and gastric amylase?

Kidneys
Gallbladder
Pancreas
Stomach
Explanation:

The stomach produces digestive enzymes like pepsin and gastric amylase to break down proteins and carbohydrates.

35. What is the function of the large intestine in the digestive system?

Producing bile
Storing waste
Breaking down food
Absorbing nutrients
Explanation:

The large intestine is responsible for storing waste and absorbing water from the remaining undigested food.

36. Which organ stores bile produced by the liver until it is needed for digestion?

Intestines
Liver
Pancreas
Gallbladder
Explanation:

The gallbladder stores bile produced by the liver and releases it into the small intestine when needed for digestion.

37. What is the function of the pancreas in the digestive system?

Storing waste
Absorbing nutrients
Producing bile
Producing enzymes
Explanation:

The pancreas produces digestive enzymes that help break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in the small intestine.

38. Which part of the digestive system helps in the mechanical breakdown of food by churning and mixing it with digestive juices?

Stomach
Pancreas
Gallbladder
Esophagus
Explanation:

The stomach helps in the mechanical breakdown of food by churning and mixing it with digestive juices produced by gastric glands.

39. What is the purpose of enzymes in the digestive system?

Stimulate growth
Store waste
Break down food
Produce energy
Explanation:

Enzymes in the digestive system help break down food into smaller molecules that can be easily absorbed by the body for nourishment.

40. Which organ in the digestive system helps in the absorption of water and electrolytes from the digested food?

Pancreas
Intestines
Esophagus
Stomach
Explanation:

The intestines, both small and large, are responsible for absorbing water and electrolytes from the digested food before it is eliminated as waste.