AIC SS 2 Biology Exam - 2nd Term 23/24
  • 1. Which of the following is NOT a type of response in irritability?
A) Movement away from a harmful stimulus
B) Photosynthesis
C) Withdrawal from touch
D) Growth towards light
  • 2. Organisms move for various reasons. Which of the following is NOT a reason for movement?
A) To escape predators
B) To reproduce
C) To find food
D) To perform photosynthesis
  • 3. In plants, the direction of growth can be influenced by the movement of fluids within the cell. Which of these fluids is primarily responsible for growth movement?
A) Carbon dioxide
B) Glucose
C) Water
D) Oxygen
  • 4. What organelles in the cell are responsible for the movement of cytoplasm called cyclosis?
A) Nucleus
B) Chloroplasts
C) Mitochondria
D) Cytoskeleton
  • 5. In some organisms, like Paramecium, two individuals exchange genetic material during a process called...
A) Budding
B) Binary fission
C) Fertilization
D) Conjugation
  • 6. During conjugation in Spirogyra, the outgrowth meets and the separating walls dissolve to form a continuous channel called __________ .
A) Conjugation tube
B) Fallopian tube
C) Lateral bud
D) Oviduct
  • 7. Waste products of metabolism can be excreted in various forms. Which of the following is NOT a form of waste excretion?
A) Urea
B) Water
C) Carbon dioxide
D) Oxygen
  • 8. The process of removing waste products of metabolism from the body is called....
A) Cyclosis
B) Excretion
C) Irritability
D) Egestion
  • 9. The framework that supports and protects an organism's body is called the...
A) Muscle
B) Skeleton
C) Nervous system
D) Hydrostatic
  • 10. Skeletons can be made from different materials depending on the organism. Which of the following is NOT a type of skeletal material?
A) Cartilage
B) Bone
C) Muscle
D) Chitin
  • 11. The skull, vertebral column, and ribs are all part of which division of the mammalian skeleton?
A) Hydrostatic skeleton
B) Axial skeleton
C) Exoskeleton
D) Appendicular skeleton
  • 12. The pectoral girdle and pelvic girdle are parts of which division of the mammalian skeleton?
A) Hydrostatic skeleton
B) Exoskeleton
C) Appendicular
D) Axial skeleton
  • 13. The limbs of a mammal are referred to as...
A) Girdles
B) Pentadactyl limbs
C) Appendicular
D) Hinge limb
  • 14. Joints are the points where two or more bones meet. Which of the following is NOT a type of joint?
A) Fixed joint
B) Ball-and-socket joint
C) Muscular joint
D) Hinge joint
  • 15. Cartilage is a type of tissue found in many joints. What is the main function of cartilage in joints?
A) To store energy and lubricate
B) To reduce friction and absorb shock
C) To transmit nerve impulses
D) To create soft movement
  • 16. Plants have specialized tissues that provide them with support and structure. These are called...
A) Supporting tissues
B) Vascular tissues
C) Meristematic tissues
D) Epidermal tissues
  • 17. One type of supporting tissue in plants is called __________. It consists of long, slender cells with thick walls.
A) Xylem
B) Parenchyma
C) Sclerenchyma
D) Phloem
  • 18. Collenchyma is another type of supporting tissue in plants. What is the main function of collenchyma?
A) Provides support to young stems and leaves
B) Stores food materials
C) Transports water and minerals
D) Protects the plant surface
  • 19. Xylem and collenchyma are examples of plant supporting tissues. What is a characteristic feature of xylem?
A) Presence of lignin for rigidity
B) Meristematic activity
C) Abundant cytoplasm
D) Thin-walled cells
  • 20. What is the role of cellulose in plant cell walls?
A) Provides energy
B) Transports water and minerals
C) Gives strength and rigidity
D) Allows gas exchange
  • 21. The movement of water and nutrients within a plant is facilitated by a specialized tissue system called the...
A) Parenchyma tissue
B) Epidermal tissue
C) Supporting tissue
D) Vascular tissue
  • 22. The xylem, a component of the vascular tissue, transports...
A) Gases
B) Sugars
C) Reproductive cells
D) Water and minerals
  • 23. The phloem, another component of the vascular tissue, transports...
A) Sugars and other organic materials
B) Water and minerals
C) Reproductive cells
D) Gases
  • 24. The stem of a plant has several important functions. Which of the following is NOT a function of the stem?
A) Carrying out photosynthesis
B) Transporting water and nutrients
C) Storing food materials
D) Supporting the leaves and flowers
  • 25. Sexual reproduction in plants involves the production of gametes. What is the structure in a flowering plant that produces male gametes (sperm)?
A) Stamen
B) Stigma
C) Ovule
D) Pistil
  • 26. What is the importance of seed dormancy in some plants?
A) Increases the rate of photosynthesis
B) Helps plants survive harsh environmental conditions
C) Weakens the seed coat
D) Allows for rapid germination
  • 27. The arrangement of supporting tissues in plants contributes to their overall strength and flexibility. Where is collenchyma typically found in plants?
A) Near the surface of stems and leaves
B) Deep within the roots
C) Scattered throughout the plant
D) In the center of the stem
  • 28. Parenchyma, although not a true supporting tissue, plays a supportive role in plants. What is a primary function of parenchyma cells?
A) Protect the plant surface
B) Carry out various metabolic functions
C) Transport water and minerals
D) Provide structural support
  • 29. Joints allow for various movements in the body. Which of the following is NOT a function of joints?
A) Bending
B) Twisting
C) Sliding
D) Coughing
  • 30. Which option is NOT a type of reproduction?
A) Asexual
B) Internal fertilization
C) Photosynthesis
D) Fragmentation
  • 31. Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) refers to practices that involve:
A) Cosmetic surgery on the female genitals.
B) Partial or total removal of external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.
C) Hormonal treatment to delay puberty in females.
D) Removal of the appendix in females
  • 32. The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies FGM into four types. Which of the following is NOT a type of FGM?
A) Partial or total removal of the clitoris.
B) Partial or total removal of the clitoris and inner labia.
C) Narrowing the vaginal opening by creating a seal.
D) Stretching and tearing of the clitoris and labia.
  • 33. Immediate health complications of FGM can include:
A) Improved hygiene
B) Reduceed fertility
C) Severe bleeding, pain, and infections.
D) Reduced risk of sexually transmitted infections.
  • 34. The consequences of FGM can extend beyond physical health to include:
A) Faster economic development
B) Psychological trauma, depression, and anxiety.
C) Increased social status for women
D) Stronger family bonds.
  • 35. Students like yourself can play a role in ending FGM by:
A) Mocking those who speak out against FGM.
B) Learning more and raising awareness among friends and family.
C) Staying silent on the issue.
D) Pressuring others to continue the practice
  • 36. Which of the following is correct about acrosome?
A) Containing many mitochondria
B) Causes sperm to swim
C) Contains digestive enzymes
D) Contains 23 chromosomes
  • 37. ----------- are extensions of connective tissues which surround the muscles and connect muscles to bones.
A) Ligaments
B) Cartilage
C) Tendons
D) Capsule
  • 38. The type of joint found in the wrist is called --------
A) Hinge
B) Ball and socket
C) Gliding or sliding
D) Pivot or rotating
  • 39. HIV stands for:
A) Human Immunodeficiency Virus
B) Human Intestinal Virus
C) Human Influenza Virus
D) Human Infectious Virus
  • 40. Which of the following is an example of asexual reproduction in plants?
A) Conjugation
B) Fertilization
C) Runner formation in strawberries
D) Pollination
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