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

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

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