Chapter 28-B: Anatomy of the Digestive System

Chapter 28-B: Anatomy of the Digestive System

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. The walls of the GI tract are composed of ____ layers of tissue.

ANS:   C                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page 862

TOP:    Organization of the Digestive System

2. All of the following are classified as accessory organs of the digestive system except the:

ANS:   B                     DIF:    Memorization

REF:    Page 863 (Box 28-1)                          TOP:    Organization of the Digestive System

3. Which of the following organs has a mucosa layer composed of stratified squamous epithelium that resists abrasion?

ANS:   A                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page 864

TOP:    Modifications of Layers of the Digestive Tract Wall

4. The flap of tissue suspended from the midpoint of the posterior border of the soft palate is the:

ANS:   C                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page 865

TOP:    Structure of the Oral Cavity

5. The type of cell designed for absorption and secretion found throughout much of the GI tract is _____ epithelium.

ANS:   A                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page 864

TOP:    Organization of the Digestive System