Resistance & Immunity Quiz

What is the main function of the immune system?

• To prevent or limit infections by pathogens

• To produce and mature immunecells

• To control microbial growth in the body

• To digest pathogens through phagocytosis

What is the purpose of a vaccine?

• To activate innate immunity

• To create passive immunity

• To provide temporary protection

• To prevent infection

What type of immunity involves the production of antibodies by B cells?

• Acquired immunity

• Innate immunity

• Cell-mediated immunity

• Humoral immunity

What is the key difference between immunocompetent and immunocompromised individuals?

• Immunocompetent individuals have a weakened immune system

• Immunocompetent individuals have a robust immune response

• Immunocompromised individuals have a weakened immune system

• Immunocompromised individuals have a robust immune response

Which type of hypersensitivity involves an immediate, anaphylactic reaction?

• Type II

• Type I

• Type III

• Type IV

What is the mechanism of cell-mediated immunity?

• Direct cell-to-cell contact

• Antibody-mediated

• Phagocytosis of pathogens

• Circulating antibodies in serum

What type of immunity involves recognizing general classes of pathogens (non-specific)?

• Acquired immunity

• Cell-mediated immunity

• Humoral immunity

• Innate immunity

Which type of hypersensitivity involves autoimmune that leads to immune complex formation?

• Type I

• Type IV

• Type III

• Type II

What is the purpose of passive immunity?

• To activate innate immunity

• To provide long-term protection

• To introduce ready-made antibodies into the body

• To produce antibodies within the body

What is the primary defense of humoral immunity against?

• Graft rejection

• Tumour antigens

• Intracellular pathogens

• Extracellular pathogens