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Lymphatic Science Olympiad

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 15mins

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1.

the main gland of the lymphatic system, which produces mature T lymphocytes that are ready to fight infection

a)

lymph node

b)

thymus

c)

spleen

d)

tonsils

2.

The process of collecting and returning excess fluid to your blood demonstrates the relationship between which of the following systems?

a)

the lymphatic and cardiovascular systems

b)

the lymphatic and respiratory systems

c)

the cardiovascular and respiratory systems

d)

the lymphatic, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems

3.

Lymph

a)

is the same as blood.

b)

is fluid in the cells.

c)

drains into your muscles.

d)

is fluid collected by the lymphatic system.

4.

Which is NOT part of the lymphatic system?

a)

lymph nodes

b)

thymus

c)

spleen

d)

alveoli

5.

Which of the following is a primary function of the lymphatic system?

a)

Transporting oxygen to cells

b)

Producing red blood cells

c)

Maintaining fluid balance in the body

d)

Digesting carbohydrates

6.

What is the role of lymph nodes in the lymphatic system?

a)

To produce hormones

b)

To filter lymph and trap pathogens

c)

To store vitamins

d)

To regulate body temperature

7.

Which organ is responsible for the maturation of T lymphocytes?

a)

Liver

b)

Thymus

c)

Spleen

d)

Bone marrow

8.

The lymphatic system is closely associated with which other body system to maintain fluid balance?

a)

Digestive system

b)

Respiratory system

c)

Cardiovascular system

d)

Nervous system

9.

What is the main component of lymph?

a)

Red blood cells

b)

White blood cells

c)

Plasma

d)

Platelets

10.

Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?

a)

Absorbing dietary fats

b)

Producing antibodies

c)

Regulating blood pressure

d)

Removing cellular waste

11.

How does the lymphatic system contribute to the immune response?

a)

By producing insulin

b)

By transporting oxygen

c)

By filtering pathogens from lymph

d)

By breaking down proteins

12.

Which of the following structures is part of the lymphatic system?

a)

Alveoli

b)

Nephrons

c)

Lymph nodes

d)

Bronchi

13.

What is the significance of the spleen in the lymphatic system?

a)

It produces bile

b)

It filters blood and recycles iron

c)

It stores glycogen

d)

It secretes digestive enzymes

14.

Which of the following best describes lymph?

a)

A type of hormone

b)

A fluid containing white blood cells

c)

A digestive enzyme

d)

A neurotransmitter

15.

What is the relationship between the lymphatic system and the digestive system?

a)

The lymphatic system transports oxygen to the digestive organs

b)

The lymphatic system absorbs and transports fats from the digestive tract

c)

The lymphatic system produces digestive enzymes

d)

The lymphatic system regulates the pH of the stomach