Q1.

Select the correct statements regarding epithelial tissues:

(a) They have a free surface that faces a body fluid or the outside environment.
(b) Cells are compactly packed with a large amount of intercellular matrix.
(c) They provide a covering or lining for some part of the body.
(d) All epithelial tissues are involved in secretion and absorption.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a) and (c) only
3. (b) and (d) only
4. (a), (c), and (d) only

Q2. Which of the following are types of simple epithelium?

(a) Squamous
(b) Ciliated
(c) Glandular
(d) Compound

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a) and (c) only
3. (b) and (d) only
4. (a), (b), and (c) only

Q3. Identify the correct functions of the listed tissues:

(a) Squamous epithelium: Forms a diffusion boundary in air sacs of lungs.
(b) Cuboidal epithelium: Protection in the skin.
(c) Columnar epithelium: Secretion and absorption in the stomach lining.
(d) Ciliated epithelium: Movement of mucus in the trachea.

Options:

1. (a) and (c) only

2. (a), (c), and (d) only
3. (b) and (d) only
 4. (a), (b), and (c) only

Q4. Choose the correct statements about cell junctions:

(a) Tight junctions prevent substances from leaking across a tissue.
(b) Adhering junctions connect the cytoplasm of adjacent cells.
(c) Gap junctions perform cementing to keep neighbouring cells together.
(d) Gap junctions allow for the rapid transfer of ions and small molecules.

Options:

1. (a) and (d) only

2. (b) and (c) only
3. (a) and (b) only
4. (c) and (d) only

Q5. Which of the following are characteristics of connective tissue?

(a) Cells are compactly packed with no intercellular material.
(b) Cells secrete fibres of structural proteins like collagen.
(c) The tissue links and supports other tissues/organs.
(d) Modified polysaccharides accumulate between cells and fibres to act as a matrix.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (b) and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
4. (a), (c), and (d) only

Q6. Select the correct statements about glandular epithelium:

(a) Unicellular glands consist of isolated glandular cells like goblet cells.
(b) All multicellular glands are exocrine glands.
(c) Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the fluid bathing the gland.
(d) Exocrine glands release products like mucus and saliva through ducts.

Options:

1. (a) and (c) only

2. (a), (c), and (d) only
3. (b) and (d) only
 4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q7. Which of the following are functions of areolar connective tissue?

(a) Storage of fats
(b) Support framework for epithelium
(c) Phagocytosis of foreign materials
(d) Attachment of skeletal muscles to bones

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (b) and (c) only
3. (c) and (d) only
4. (a), (b), and (c) only

Q8. Identify the correct examples of dense regular connective tissue:

(a) Tendon
(b) Skin
(c) Ligament
(d) Subcutaneous tissue

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a) and (c) only
3. (b) and (d) only
4. (a), (c), and (d) only

Q9. Choose the correct statements about cartilage:

(a) Its matrix is solid, pliable, and resists compression.
(b) Chondrocytes are enclosed in small cavities within the matrix.
(c) Its matrix is rich in calcium salts and collagen fibres.
(d) It is present in the tip of the nose and outer ear joints.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (d) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
 4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q10. Which of the following are characteristics of bone?

(a) Hard and non-pliable ground substance.
(b) Matrix is rich in calcium salts and collagen fibres.
(c) Osteocytes are present in spaces called lacunae.
(d) The bone marrow is the site of production of blood cells.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q11. Select the correct components of blood:

(a) Plasma
(b) Red Blood Cells (RBCs)
(c) White Blood Cells (WBCs)
(d) Platelets

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q12. Which of the following are types of loose connective tissue?

(a) Areolar tissue
(b) Adipose tissue
(c) Blood
(d) Tendon

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a) and (c) only
3. (b) and (d) only
 4. (a), (b), and (c) only

Q13. Identify the correct locations for the listed epithelial tissues:
(a) Squamous epithelium: Lining of blood vessels
(b) Cuboidal epithelium: Ducts of glands
(c) Columnar epithelium: Lining of stomach
(d) Ciliated epithelium: Inner surface of fallopian tubes

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q14. Choose the correct statements about compound epithelium:

(a) It is made of more than one layer of cells.
(b) It has a major role in secretion and absorption.
(c) It provides protection against chemical and mechanical stresses.
(d) It covers the dry surface of the skin.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (c), and (d) only
3. (b) and (d) only
4. (a), (b), and (c) only

Q15. Which of the following are specialised connective tissues?

(a) Areolar tissue
(b) Blood
(c) Adipose tissue
(d) Bone

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (b) and (d) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
 4. (a), (b), and (c) only

Q16. Select the correct statements regarding cell junctions in epithelial tissues:
(a) Tight junctions prevent leakage across a tissue.
(b) Adhering junctions facilitate the rapid transfer of ions.
(c) Gap junctions connect the cytoplasm of adjoining cells.
(d) All cell junctions are primarily involved in providing strength.

Options:

1. (a) and (c) only

2. (a) and (b) only
3. (b) and (d) only
4. (a), (c), and (d) only

Q17. Which of the following are true about the modification of simple epithelium?
(a) Microvilli are present in the PCT of nephron for absorption.
(b) Cilia are present in the trachea to move mucus.
(c) Microvilli are present in the lining of the intestine for protection.
(d) Cilia are present in the oviduct to move the egg.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (d) only
3. (b) and (c) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q18. Identify the correct match for the type of gland and its example:
(a) Unicellular exocrine gland: Goblet cell
(b) Multicellular exocrine gland: Salivary gland
(c) Endocrine gland: Pituitary gland
(d) Multicellular endocrine gland: Thyroid gland

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
 4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q19. Choose the correct statements about connective tissue fibres:

(a) Collagen fibres provide strength.
(b) Elastin fibres provide elasticity.
(c) Fibres are secreted by fibroblasts.
(d) Reticular fibres form a network in lymphoid tissues.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q20. Which of the following are characteristics of adipose tissue?

(a) It is a type of loose connective tissue.
(b) Its cells are specialised to store fats.
(c) It is located mainly beneath the skin.
(d) It acts as a support framework for epithelium.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b) and (d) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q21. Select the correct functions of bone:

(a) Provides structural frame to the body.
(b) Supports and protects softer tissues and organs.
(c) Interacts with skeletal muscles to bring about movement.
(d) Site of production of blood cells in the bone marrow.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
 4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q22. Which of the following are true about blood?

(a) It is a fluid connective tissue.
(b) It helps in the transport of various substances.
(c) It contains plasma, RBCs, WBCs, and platelets.
(d) Its matrix is rich in calcium salts.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q23. Identify the correct locations of cartilage in adults:

(a) Tip of the nose
(b) Outer ear joints
(c) Between adjacent bones of the vertebral column
(d) In the limbs and hands

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b), (c), and (d) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q24. Choose the correct statements about dense irregular connective tissue:
(a) Fibroblasts and fibres are compactly packed.
(b) Fibres are oriented in different directions.
(c) It is present in the skin.
(d) It forms tendons and ligaments.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (c) only
3. (b) and (d) only
 4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Q25. Which of the following are functions of areolar tissue?

(a) Phagocytosis by macrophages.
(b) Support framework for epithelium.
(c) Storage of fats.
(d) Secretion of fibres by fibroblasts.

Options:

1. (a) and (b) only

2. (a), (b), and (d) only
3. (b) and (c) only
4. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

Answer Key (Separate)

Q1. 2
Q2. 1
Q3. 2
Q4. 1
Q5. 3
Q6. 2
Q7. 2
Q8. 2
Q9. 2
Q10. 4
Q11. 4
Q12. 1
Q13. 4
Q14. 2
Q15. 2
Q16. 1
Q17. 2
Q18. 4
Q19. 4
Q20. 2
Q21. 4
Q22. 2
Q23. 4
Q24. 2
Q25. 2