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Digestive System Quiz: Key Facts

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which organ is primarily responsible for the absorption of nutrients in the digestive system?

a)

Stomach

b)

Small intestine

c)

Large intestine

d)

Esophagus

2.

What is the main function of the large intestine?

a)

Absorption of nutrients

b)

Absorption of water

c)

Production of insulin

d)

Breakdown of proteins

3.

Which structure prevents food from entering the windpipe during swallowing?

a)

Trachea

b)

Epiglottis

c)

Larynx

d)

Uvula

4.

What is the main function of the esophagus?

a)

Absorption of nutrients

b)

Transport of food to the stomach

c)

Production of digestive juices

d)

Storage of food

5.

Which of the following organs produces insulin?

a)

Liver

b)

Pancreas

c)

Stomach

d)

Gallbladder

6.

Which of the following is NOT a function of the stomach?

a)

Mechanical digestion

b)

Chemical digestion of proteins

c)

Absorption of most nutrients

d)

Temporary storage of food

7.

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for most water absorption?

a)

Stomach

b)

Large intestine

c)

Small intestine

d)

Esophagus

8.

Which part of the digestive system connects the mouth to the stomach?

a)

Trachea

b)

Esophagus

c)

Large intestine

d)

Pancreas

9.

What is the primary function of the small intestine?

a)

Absorption of nutrients

b)

Production of bile

c)

Storage of waste

d)

Mechanical digestion

10.

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the initial breakdown of carbohydrates?

a)

Stomach

b)

Mouth

c)

Large intestine

d)

Esophagus