Quiz on the Immune System: Innate and Acquired Immunity

What is the primary function of the immune system?

• To produce hormones

• To regulate body temperature

• To defend the body against pathogens

• To digest food

Which type of immunity is characterized by a rapid response to pathogens?

• Cellular Immunity

• Passive Immunity

• Innate Immunity

• Acquired Immunity

What type of cells are primarily involved in acquired immunity?

• B and T lymphocytes

• Phagocytes

• Dendritic cells

• Natural killer cells

Which of the following is NOT a component of innate immunity?

• Complement proteins

• Antibodies

• Natural killer cells

• Phagocytes

What is the role of dendritic cells in the immune response?

• To process antigens and activate acquired immunity

• To initiate inflammation

• To produce antibodies

• To engulf pathogens

How does age affect immune function?

• Elderly individuals experience immunosenescence

• Younger individuals have stronger immunity

• Age has no effect on immunity

• All ages have equal immune function

What impact does malnutrition have on the immune system?

• Enhances immune function

• Has no effect

• Impair immune function

• Only affects physical barriers

Which chronic condition is known to impair phagocyte function?

• Diabetes Mellitus

• Asthma

• Hypertension

• Allergies

What is the main difference between innate and acquired immunity?

• Innate immunity is specific

• Acquired immunity has memory

• Innate immunity is slower

• Acquired immunity is non-specific

What is the significance of immunological memory in acquired immunity?

• It is only present in innate immunity

• It prevents all infections

• It allows for a faster response upon re-exposure

• It eliminates the need for vaccines