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SYSTEMS OF THE BODY

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 40mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which system of the body consists of glands that secrete hormones to send messages throughout the body?

(a)  

2.

These are chemical messengers secreted by the glands of the body.

a)

enzymes

b)

hormones

c)

catalysts

3.

Below is NOT a function of the hormones in the Endocrine system.

a)

growth stimulation and sexual maturity

b)

cause dramatic responses in your body

c)

exchange of gases

d)

energy control, insulin and sugar balance

4.

Which problem occurs when the pituitary gland secretes too little growth hormones?

a)

acromegaly

b)

dwarfism

5.

This is a disease associated with the pancreas that occurs when the body cannot properly use the glucose it needs.

a)

hyperthyroidism

b)

hypothyroidism

c)

diabetes

6.

Which system of the body is designed for the survival of species?

(a)  

7.

This is a part of the male reproductive system that produce sperm cells.

a)

scrotum

b)

prostate gland

c)

testes

8.

This is the organ of the female reproductive system that produce and store egg cells.

a)

uterus

b)

fallopian tubes

c)

ovaries

9.

This is a process that occurs when the egg cell is fertilized by the sperm cell.

a)

Ovulation

b)

Fertilization

c)

Menstruation

10.

This is a process where due to no fertilization, the linings of the uterus shed and exit the female body in the form of blood.

a)

menopausal

b)

menstruation

c)

ovulation

11.

_________ is a disease of the male reproductive system where a piece of the intestine pushes through the scrotum.

a)

Testicular cancer

b)

Inguinal hernia

12.

__________ is a common occurrence in females where they experience uncomfortable conditions like headache, moodiness, cramps, tension and depression.

a)

Vaginitis

b)

Cancer of the female organs

c)

Premenstrual syndrome