6th Grade EYES Quiz

Which part of the eye controls the amount of light that enters?

• retina

• iris

• cornea

• pupil

Which part of the eye focuses light onto the retina?

• sclera

• cornea

• iris

• lens

What is the function of the cornea?

• The cornea is responsible for detecting color and shapes

• The cornea produces tears to lubricate the eye

• The function of the cornea is to refract light and focus it on the retina.

• The cornea helps to regulate the amount of light entering the eye

Which part of the eye contains cells that detect light and send signals to the brain?

• Cornea

• Lens

• Retina

• Iris

What is the function of the iris?

• Regulate the amount of light entering the eye

• Control the movement of the eyeball

• Filter harmful UV rays from entering the eye

• Produce tears to keep the eye moist

Which part of the eye is responsible for detecting colors?

• Iris

• Pupil

• Cornea

• Retina

What is the function of the lens?

• To reflect light away from the retina

• To absorb light and prevent it from reaching the retina

• To generate light for the retina to detect

• To refract light and focus it onto the retina

Which part of the eye protects the inner parts of the eye?

• sclera

• pupil

• cornea

• iris

What is the function of the optic nerve?

• Control the movement of the eyeball.

• Regulate the amount of light entering the eye.

• Transmit auditory information from the ear to the brain.

• Transmit visual information from the retina to the brain.

Which part of the eye is responsible for tears and lubrication?

• Ciliary body

• Lacrimal gland

• Optic nerve

• Sclera