Lymphatic System Quiz

The ______ is the largest lymphatic organ. It is found in the upper left part of the abdomen.

What is one cause of lymphatic filariasis?

• Parasites

• High Blood Pressure

• Clogged Vessels

• Cancer

Lymph vessels return lymph back into the circulatory system into a vein found in/near your ____.

What gland is found near the heart and releases white blood cells to fight infection?

• thyroid

• tonsils

• thymus

A 7th grade student goes to the doctor because they are feeling sick. Their doctor says they have an increased production of white blood cells to fight an infection. What part of their lymphatic system could be swollen because of the infection?

• Lymph Nodes

• Lymph Vessels

• Lymph Capillaries

• Lymphitis

What lymphatic organ is found at the base of the nasal cavity and pharynx (throat)?

Lymph travels without a pump, instead it moves through lymph vessels with the help of valves and which type of muscle?

• skeletal

• smooth

• cardiac

• striated

Select All That Apply. What are the functions of the Lymphatic System?

• to return excess fluid and dead cells back to the circulatory system

• to absorb fatty acids in the digestive system

• to fight infections with the immune system

• to make Red Blood Cells for the circulatory system

What is the name of the bean shaped organs that fight infection (pathogens) and remove large dead particles?

• lymph nodes

• lymph capillaries

• lymph vessels

• lymph tubes

What is lymphoma?

• Cancer of the lymphatic system

• Inflammation of the lymphatic system

• Blockage of the lymphatic system

• Leakage of the lymphatic system