Government High School Mattani Peshawar
Mid Term Exam
Class: 10th (Biology Paper)
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Time: 20 mins
Marks: 12
(Each MCQ carries 1 mark)
1) Which of the following is the basic unit of the nervous system?
a) Neuron b) Brain
c) Spinal cord d) Nucleus
2) What is the main function of the myelin sheath?
a) Produces nerve impulses b) Protects the axon
c) Transmits hormones d) Supports synapse
3) The hormone responsible for regulating blood sugar levels is:
a) Adrenaline b) Insulin
c) Thyroxine d) Glucagon
4) Which part of the brain controls voluntary actions?
a) Cerebrum b) Cerebellum
c) Medulla oblongata d) Hypothalamus
5) What type of neuron carries messages from sensory organs to the central nervous system?
a) Motor neuron b) Sensory neuron
c) Relay neuron d) Interneuron
6) Which gland is known as the "master gland"?
a) Thyroid gland b) Pituitary gland
c) Adrenal gland d) Pancreas
7) The chemical messengers released by endocrine glands are called:
a) Neurotransmitters b) Hormones
c) Enzymes d) Proteins
8) Which of the following is an example of a reflex action?
a) Writing b) Speaking
c) Blinking d) Running
9) The largest part of the human brain is:
a) Cerebrum b) Cerebellum
c) Medulla oblongata d) Pons
10) What is the role of sensory receptors?
a) Produce hormones b) Detect changes in the environment
c) Control voluntary actions d) Store information
11) Which hormone is secreted by the thyroid gland?
a) Insulin b) Thyroxine
c) Cortisol d) Estrogen
12) Which of the following is an endocrine gland?
a) Salivary gland b) Sweat gland
c) Pancreas d) Mammary gland
Section B: Short Questions Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Marks: 32
(Each question carries 4 marks)
Attempt any Eight questions.
1) Define coordination and mention its types.
2) Differentiate between the nervous system and endocrine system.
3) What are sensory neurons and motor neurons?
4) Write a note on reflex action.
5) Explain the structure of a neuron.
6) Name any three glands of the endocrine system and their hormones.
7) What is homeostasis? Give an example.
8) Write a short note on the cerebellum.
9) What are the main functions of the spinal cord?
10) Write a note on the hypothalamus.
11) Differentiate between voluntary and involuntary actions.
Section C: Long Questions Marks: 21 (Each question carries 7 marks)
Attempt any 3 questions.
(1) (a) Describe the structure and function of the nervous system
(b) Explain the components of the human nervous system with labeled diagrams.
(2) (a) Explain the role of the endocrine system in maintaining homeostasis
(b) Discuss the major glands of the endocrine system and their functions in regulating
body processes.
(3) (a) Differentiate between voluntary and involuntary actions
(b) Compare voluntary and involuntary actions with examples, and explain their
importance.
(4) (a) Write down the contributions of Abul-Qasim and Al-Farabi in introducing the method
of removing stone from the urinary bladder.
(b) Differentiate between bone and cartilage with reference to structure and function.
