Endocrine System MCQ

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1. Chemical messengers secreted by ductless glands are called___________
a) Lymph
b) Platelets
c) Plasma
d) Hormones
Correct answer: d
Explanation: Hormones are the chemical messengers which are secreted by the
ductless glands called endocrine glands. These glands are controlled by the endocrine
system.
2.pancrease is which type of gland;

a) endocrine gland
b) exocrine gland
c) both
d)none
Correct answer: C
Explanation: Endocrine glands are called ductless glands. Exocrine glands are called
with ducts gland. pancrease secrets both hormone and enzyme.
3. Which of the following is NOT an endocrine gland?

a) Hypothalamus
b) Pituitary
c) Parathyroid
d) Pancreas
.
Correct answer: a
Explanation: All of them are endocrine glands except hypothalamus. Hypothalamus
and thymus are not classified as an endocrine gland, but included in the endocrine
system as they involve in the secretion of hormones.
4. Which of this statement is INCORRECT regarding the function of hormones?

a) Reproduction and sexual differentiation
b) Maintenance of internal environment
c) Maintain body temperature
d) Development and growth
.
Correct answer: c
Explanation: Hormones are released by specialized cells of the endocrine glands and
act on distantly located target cells. A single hormone can contribute many functions
and sometimes many hormones can perform a single function.
5. Mark the one, which is NOT the precursor of the hormone?

a) Amino acids
b) Cholesterol
c) Phospholipids
d) Proteins
.
Correct answer: d
Explanation: Chemically, hormone can be divided into two categories, i.e., lipid
soluble and water soluble hormones.
6. What is the precursor of steroid hormone?

a) Protein
b) Cholesterol
c) Carbohydrate
d) Lipid
.
Correct answer: b
Explanation: Cholesterol acts as a precursor of steroid hormone. DHEA is a natural
steroid hormone which is synthesized from cholesterol.
7. Which of the is a fat soluble hormone?

a) Amine hormone
b) Peptide hormone
c) Thyroid hormone
d) Protein hormone
.
Correct answer: c
Explanation: Thyroid is a lipid soluble hormone while amine, peptide, and protein
hormones are water soluble, ranging from size 3 to over 200 amino acids.
8. Name the hormone which is synthesized from histidine amino acid?
a) Histamine
b) Epinephrine
c) Norepinephrine
d) Dopamine
.
Correct answer: a
Explanation: Epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine are amine hormones, which
are synthesized by modifying amino acid tyrosine.
9. Which of the following is protein hormone?

a) Oxytocin
b) Insulin
c) TSH
d) Antidiuretic hormone
.
Correct answer: b
Explanation: Insulin and human growth hormones are protein hormone while
oxytocin and antidiuretic hormones are peptide hormones. TSH or thyroid stimulating
hormone has carbohydrate attached to the protein so it comes under glycoprotein
hormone.
10. Name the gland, which releases Neurohormone.

a) Hypothalamus
b) Pituitary
c) Thyroid
d) Pancreas
.
Correct answer: a
Explanation: Neurohormone are those which changes their function according to
their requirements like they can be releasing hormones or inhibiting hormone.
11. Name the hormone which takes part in the release of FSH and LH from the
anterior pituitary.
a) Growth hormone
b) GnRH
c) Somatostatin
d) TRH
.
Correct answer: b
Explanation: GnRH is Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone, which is responsible for the
release of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormone (LH).
12. Which of the following is Growth hormone inhibiting hormone?

a) FSH
b) TRH
c) GHRH
d) Somatostatin
.
Correct answer: d
Explanation: Somatostatin works against the growth hormone (GHRH), so it is known
as growth inhibiting hormone. It consists of two peptides of 14 and 28 amino acids
and is released from neurosecretory nerves.
13. Mark the one, which is not inhibited by the effect of somatostatin.
a) GH
b) TSH
c) Glucagon
d) Dopamine
.
Correct answer: d
Explanation: Dopamine is prolactin inhibiting hormone (PIH), which inhibit the release
of prolactin from the anterior pituitary. It also functions as a neurotransmitter.
14. Name the hormone, which is released by the posterior pituitary.

a) Oxytocin
b) TSH
c) ICSH
d) Prolactin
.
Correct answer: a
Explanation: Oxytocin and vasopressin are released by the posterior pituitary.
Posterior pituitary does not synthesize hormones, but it can store and release these
two hormones.
NUTRITION MCQs
FOOD NUTRITION Multiple Choice Questions with Answers :-

1. A substance needed by the body for growth, energy, repair and maintenance is
called a _______________.
A. nutrient
B. carbohydrate
C. calorie
D. fatty acid
Ans: A
2. All of the following are nutrients found in food except _____.
A. plasma
B. proteins
C. carbohydrates
D. vitamins
Ans: A
3. A diet high in saturated fats can be linked to Find which of the following?
A. kidney failure
B. bulimia
C. anorexia
D. cardiovascular disease
Ans: D
4. Amylases in saliva begin the breakdown of carbohydrates into __________.

A. fatty acids
B. polypeptides
C. amino acids
D. simple sugars
Ans: D
5. Your body needs vitamins and minerals because ___________.

A. they give the body energy
B. they help carry out metabolic reactions
C. they insulate the body’s organs
D. they withdraw heat from the body
Ans: B
6. Food passes through the stomach directly by _________.
A. the large intestine
B. the small intestine
C. the heart
D. the pancreas
Ans: B
7. About half of your diet should be made up of __________.

A. grains and vegetables
B. fruits and milk
C. milk and cheese
D. fats and sugars
Ans: A
8. A mineral that the body needs to work properly is _____________.
A. calcium
B. silver
C. gold
D. lead
Ans: A
9. According to the MyPyramind food guidance system, a person should obtain most
of their fat from
____________.
A. beef, chicken, and fish
B. vegetables oils, nuts, and fish
C. fats, oils, and sweets
D. milk, yogurt, and cheese
Ans: B
10. A(n) ___________ is a unit of energy that indicates the amount of energy
contained in food.
A. label
B. food guide pyramid
C. calorie
D. basket
Ans: C
11. This food group is our body’s best source of energy?

A. Meat Group
B. fats,oils and sweets
C. breads and cereals
D. milk and cheese
Ans: C
12. Find which of these is NOT considered a nutrient?
A. vitamins
B. minerals
C. fiber
D. fats
Ans: C
13. Find which of these is added to the food label because people sometimes don’t
eat ENOUGH of this?
A. fat
B. calcium
C. sodium
D. cholesterol
Ans: B
14. Find which of these is required on the food label?

A. total carbohydrate
B. sugars
C. iron
D. all of the above
Ans: D
15. The bread, cereal, rice and pasta group is a good source of _______?
A. carbohydrate
B. vitamin C
C. calcium
D. vitamin D
Ans: A
16. Citrus fruits are an excellent source of _______?

A. calcium
B. vitamin c
C. vitamin B
D. calories
Ans: B
17. Foods from the meat, poultry, fish dry beans, eggs and nuts group are an
important source of ________?
A. iron
B. fiber
C. beta carotene
D. calcium
Ans: A
18. Find which food contains the most fat?

A. graham crackers
B. brownies
C. pudding
D. angel food cake
Ans: B
19. The milk, cheese & yogurt group are important for ________?
A. strong bones
B. teeth
C. muscles
D. all of the above
Ans: D
20. How many servings of vegetables do we need each day?

A. 6-11
B. 2-3
C. 3-5
D. 1-2
Ans: C
21. Find which of the following nutrients is needed to build and maintain the
structural components of the body?
A. Carbohydrates
B. Protein
C. Fat
D. Fiber
Ans: B
22. Find which of the following nutrients is known as the sunshine vitamin?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin A
C. Vitamin K
D. Vitamin D
Ans: D
23. All of the following are needed for strong bones except:
A. Thiamin
B. Calcium
C. Magnesium
D. Vitamin D
Ans: A
24. Find which of these nutrients is the preferred energy source for the body?
A. B Complex Vitamins
B. Carbohydrates
C. Fats
D. Fiber
Ans: B
25. This nutrient is needed for a healthy immune system and strong connective tissue:
A. Fiber
B. Vitamin K
C. Vitamin C
D. Fluoride
Ans: C
FOOD NUTRITION Objective Type Questions pdf free Download ::

26. Find which of the following is the best source for omega-3 fatty acids?
A. Corn oil
B. Wheat products
C. Pork
D. Sardines
Ans: D
27. This mineral is essential for healthy red blood cells and a deficiency might cause
anemia.
A. Iron
B. Magnesium
C. Iodine
D. Chromium
Ans: A
28. This vitamin is needed to prevent a birth defect called Spina Bifida
A. Vitamin D
B. Vitamin A
C. Folate
D. Vitamin E
Ans: C
29. This nutrient is needed for making hormones, healthier skin, and to make cell
membranes:
A. Fat
B. Carbohydrate
C. Fiber
D. Vitamin B12
Ans: A
30. This nutrient is most important for healthy vision:

A. Vitamin K
B. Iron
C. Calcium
D. Vitamin A
Ans: D
31. The United States Department of Agriculture’s Daily Food Guide suggests that the
Fats, Oils and Sweets Group be
used ___.
A. once a week
B. four times a day
C. never on Sundays
D. sparingly
Ans: D
32. The United States Department of Agriculture’s Daily Food Guide calls for eating
___ servings of the Bread,
Cereal, Rice and Pasta Group.
A. 1-3
B. 4-5
C. 6-11
D. 12-15
Ans: C
___ servings of the Milk, Yogurt,
and Cheese Group.
A. 0-1
B. 2-3
C. 3-4
D. 5-6
Ans: B
___ servings of the Fruit Group
every day.
A. 0-1
B. 2-4
C. 4-5
D. 5-6
Ans: B
35. Find which of the following beverages has no fat, sugar, or oils?
A. milk
B. root beer
C. coffee with cream
D. iced tea unsweetened
Ans: D
36. Find what food doesn’t belong to this food group?

A. noodles
B. crackers
C. scallion
D. macaroni
Ans: C

A. cookies
B. candy
C. sald dressing
D. cherries
Ans: D

A. chocolate milk
B. cream cheese
C. ice cream
D. salad dressing
Ans: D
39. _________is an example of a hydrogenated fat.

A. Butter
B. Margarine
C. Olive oil
Ans: B
40. If you order hot oatmeal in a restaurant it may taste flat because
A. no sugar was added.
B. no salt was added.
C. it was cooked in a microwave.
Ans: B
41. Fruits and vegetables are usually considered as good sources of
A. protein.
B. vitamins & minerals.
C. unsaturated fats.
Ans: B
42. Degenerative diseases are most closely associated with

A. diets deficient in protein.
B. affluent lifestyles.
C. heredity.
Ans: B
43. The “bottom line” in determining the quality of a recipe is

A. nutritional value.
B. taste testing.
C. cost.
Ans: B
44. Eggs, milk, and meat are usually classified as good sources of
A. carbohydrates.
B. protein.
C. fat.
Ans: B
45. The human body and the food that fuels it came together as a consequence of
A. chance, time, and circumstance
B. the activity of an intelligent designer
C. neither of the above
Ans: B

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HEALTH LOKSEWA MODEL QUESTIONS

With answers and explanation

​For HA SN CMLT CMA ANM Lab. Asst

​Health loksewa preparation

2.pancrease is which type of gland;

3. Which of the following is NOT an endocrine gland?

4. Which of this statement is INCORRECT regarding the function of hormones?

5. Mark the one, which is NOT the precursor of the hormone?

6. What is the precursor of steroid hormone?

7. Which of the is a fat soluble hormone?

9. Which of the following is protein hormone?

10. Name the gland, which releases Neurohormone.

12. Which of the following is Growth hormone inhibiting hormone?

14. Name the hormone, which is released by the posterior pituitary.

FOOD NUTRITION Multiple Choice Questions with Answers :-

4. Amylases in saliva begin the breakdown of carbohydrates into __________.

5. Your body needs vitamins and minerals because ___________.

7. About half of your diet should be made up of __________.

11. This food group is our body’s best source of energy?

14. Find which of these is required on the food label?

16. Citrus fruits are an excellent source of _______?

18. Find which food contains the most fat?

20. How many servings of vegetables do we need each day?

FOOD NUTRITION Objective Type Questions pdf free Download ::

30. This nutrient is most important for healthy vision:

36. Find what food doesn’t belong to this food group?

37. Find what food doesn’t belong to this food group?

38. Find what food doesn’t belong to this food group?

39. _________is an example of a hydrogenated fat.

42. Degenerative diseases are most closely associated with

43. The “bottom line” in determining the quality of a recipe is

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