Hearing and Auditory System Quiz

What is the function of the cochlea in the auditory system?

• To amplify sound waves

• To protect the inner ear from loud noises

• To convert sound waves into neural impulses

• To balance the pressure in the ear

Which part of the ear contains the ossicles?

• Inner ear

• Outer ear

• Auditory canal

• Middle ear

What is the role of the basilar membrane?

• To transmit sound to the auditory nerve

• To detect balance and movement

• To separate the outer and middle ear

• To respond to different sound frequencies

Which theory suggests that different parts of the basilar membrane respond to different frequencies?

• Frequency theory

• Temporal theory

• Place theory

• Wave theory

What is the primary cause of sensorineural hearing loss?

• Fluid in the middle ear

• Problems with the ossicles

• Blockage of the ear canal

• Damage to the inner ear structures

What is the function of the pinna in the auditory system?

• To collect and direct sound waves into the ear

• To convert sound waves into neural signals

• To balance the pressure in the ear

• To protect the eardrum

Which of the following is a binaural cue for sound localization?

• Tympanic membrane vibration

• Interaural level difference

• Pinna shape

• Sound wave frequency

What is the main purpose of a cochlear implant?

• To balance the pressure in the ear

• To replace damaged ossicles

• To directly stimulate the auditory nerve

• To amplify sound waves

What is the primary mode of communication in deaf culture in the United States?

• Verbal communication

• Cochlear implants

• American Sign Language

• Lip reading

What is the main difference between conductive and sensorineural hearing loss?

• Conductive hearing loss is temporary, while sensorineural is always permanent.

• Conductive hearing loss is due to mechanical issues, while sensorineural is due to nerve damage.

• Conductive hearing loss affects the inner ear, while sensorineural affects the outer ear.

• Conductive hearing loss is due to nerve damage, while sensorineural is due to mechanical issues.