Circulatory System Quiz

What is the function of the aorta?

• Carry blood to the lungs

• Pump blood to the body

• Receive blood from the body

• Exchange gases with tissues

Which of the following is an example of a heart chamber?

• Aorta

• Right and left atria

• Pulmonary vein

• Alveoli

What is the function of the pericardium?

• It pumps blood.

• It lines the heart cavities.

• It is an outer double-layered bag containing liquid.

• It is the largest part of the heart wall.

What is the Latin meaning of "Atria"?

• Belly

• Heart

• Large open hall or entrance

• Chamber

What is the primary function of the atria?

• Pump blood out of the heart

• Receive blood into the heart

• Filter blood

• Oxygenate blood

Which part of the heart is responsible for pumping blood into the aorta?

• Right atrium

• Left atrium

• Right ventricle

• Left ventricle

What is the function of the pulmonary vein?

• Carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs

• Carries oxygenated blood to the heart

• Carries blood from the heart to the body

• Carries blood from the body to the heart

Which chamber of the heart is directly connected to the pulmonary artery?

• Right atrium

• Left atrium

• Right ventricle

• Left ventricle

What is the function of the right ventricle?

• To pump blood to the body

• To receive blood from the body

• To pump blood to the lungs

• To receive blood from the lungs

Which chamber of the heart pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs?

• Left atrium

• Right atrium

• Left ventricle

• Right ventricle