Biology 2060 - Anatomy and Physiology II » Summer 2020 » Lymphatic System Quiz

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Question #1
Red marrow is found within
A.   spaces within spongy bone.
B.   compact bone canals.
C.   all osseous tissue of the appendicular skeleton.
D.   the large cavities contained within the shafts of long bone.
Question #2
Lymph contains protein.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #3
Of the lymphatic trunks, which ones drain lymph from deep thoracic structures?
A.   Lumbar trunks
B.   Bronchomediastinal trunks
C.   Intestinal trunks
D.   Jugular trunks
E.   Subclavian trunks
Question #4
The lymphatic system's two main functions are to assist in
A.   neural support and blood sugar control.
B.   endocrine function and neural support.
C.   blood cell production and endocrine function.
D.   removal of fats from the blood and inflammatory responses.
E.   immunity and fluid balance.
Question #5
Because lymphatic vessels have three tunics (intima, media, and externa) and valves, they structurally resemble
A.   veins.
B.   arteries.
C.   arterioles.
D.   capillaries.
Question #6
Which is not correct regarding lymph nodes?
A.   No exceptions; all are true of lymph nodes.
B.   They are drained by efferent lymphatic vessels.
C.   They filter lymph.
D.   They contain macrophages.
E.   They contain strands of lymphatic cells supported by medullary cords.
Question #7
Although they are not a site of lymphocyte formation, ________ lymphatic structures provide sites where immune responses are initiated.
A.   hemopoietic
B.   red marrow
C.   primary
D.   secondary
Question #8
Lymphatic nodules consist of
A.   central arteries and monocytes.
B.   afferent vessels, efferent vessels, a cortex, and medulla.
C.   lymphatic cells, extracellular matrix, and an incomplete connective tissue capsule.
D.   crypts, trabeculae, and Reed-Sternberg cells.
E.   a hilum that is located intermediate to two lobules.
Question #9
Lymphatic capillaries
A.   concentrate lymph prior to passing it to larger lymphatic vessels.
B.   cannot be discerned structurally from cardiovascular system capillaries.
C.   originate as closed-ended tubes associated with blood capillary networks.
D.   filter lymph.
E.   include layers of smooth muscle for peristalsis.
Question #10
Which is not correct regarding the white pulp of the spleen?
A.   It contains a central artery.
B.   Its cells include T-lymphocytes, B-lymphocytes, and macrophages.
C.   Its cells are arranged in clusters that are circular in shape.
D.   It serves as a blood reservoir.
Question #11
Which are not tonsils?
A.   Palatine tonsils
B.   Palatoglossal tonsils
C.   Pharyngeal tonsils
D.   Adenoids
E.   Lingual tonsils
Question #12
The hilum of the spleen is part of its
A.   concave anteromedial border.
B.   concave posterolateral border.
C.   convex posterolateral border.
D.   convex anteromedial border.
Question #13
Fluid collected in lacteals will be carried in ________ trunks.
A.   intestinal
B.   bronchomediastinal
C.   lumbar
D.   thoracic
Question #14
This figure shows a lymph node and its components. The region indicated by number 1 is a
A.   mantle zone.
B.   germinal center.
C.   medullary sinus.
D.   cortical sinus.
E.   medullary cord.
Question #15
Which fluid does lymph most closely resemble?
A.   Interstitial fluid
B.   Whole blood
C.   Blood plasma
D.   Intracellular fluid
Question #16
When women with breast cancer undergo surgery to remove the tumor or the entire breast, the axillary lymph nodes are often removed as well. Why?
A.   With the removal of the breast, there is no further need for lymph drainage and filtering in that part of the body.
B.   The nerves that supply the axillary lymph nodes are often cut during the breast surgery.
C.   It is impossible to remove the breast without physically damaging the lymph nodes.
D.   In removing the breast, the blood supply to the nodes is removed and they will inevitably cease to function.
E.   The axillary lymph nodes receive lymph from the breast and may contain cancer cells.
Question #17
Another name for a lymphatic follicle is a
A.   white pulp.
B.   thymic lobule.
C.   lymphatic nodule.
D.   lymph node medulla.
Question #18
The central nervous system contains a dense network of lymphatic capillaries.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #19
A lymphatic capillary that picks up dietary lipids in the small intestine is called a(n)
A.   afferent lymphatic vessel.
B.   efferent lymphatic vessel.
C.   lacteal.
D.   trabeculum.
E.   cisterna chyli.
Question #20
Where do T-lymphocytes mature?
A.   Tonsils
B.   White bone marrow
C.   Thymus gland
D.   Thyroid gland
E.   Spleen

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