Human Body Defensive Systems Quiz

What is the defensive network of the human body called?

• Nervous system

• Digestive system

• Immune system

• Respiratory system

What is the long-term resistance to disease provided by the immune system called?

• Immunity

• Infection

• Inflammation

• Indigestion

What are the two kinds of defenses mentioned?

• Physical and Chemical

• Nonspecific and Specific

• Active and Passive

• Internal and External

What is one of the nonspecific defenses of the body?

• Antibodies

• Skin

• White blood cells

• Vaccines

How do mucous membranes help in nonspecific defense?

• They produce antibodies.

• They create a physical barrier.

• Sticky mucus traps foreign matter.

• They increase body temperature.

What is the local response to inflammation?

• Fever

• Macrophages attack foreign organisms

• Increased heart rate

• Sweating

What do macrophages target during an inflammatory response?

• Bacteria

• Antigens

• Viruses

• Toxins

Which of the following is a symptom of inflammation?

• Fever

• Coughing

• Sneezing

• Itching

What type of cells are involved in specific defenses by responding to and attacking specific pathogens?

• Red blood cells and platelets

• T cells and B cells

• Neurons and glial cells

• Muscle cells and skin cells

What is the first step in the immune response according to the image?

• T cells spring into action.

• B cells are alerted.

• A macrophage identifies a foreign antigen.

• Antibodies are produced.