worksheet no.5

Question 1

Which of the following is the primary function of the endocrine system?

Answer 1

production of hormones

Question 2

master gland

Answer 2

pituitary gland

Question 3

Which organ produces the hormone insulin?

Answer 3

pancreas

Question 4

The thyroid gland produces which hormone that regulates metabolism?

Answer 4

thyroxine (T4)

Question 5

Which gland is responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood?

Answer 5

Parathyroid gland

Question 6

The pineal gland produces which hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles?

Answer 6

melatonin

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT an endocrine gland?
A. spleen
C. pituitary gland
B, thyroid gland
D. adrenal gland

Answer 7

spleen

Question 8

Which hormone promotes the development of male secondary sexual characteristics?

Answer 8

testosterone

Question 9

Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood glucose levels?

Answer 9

insulin

Question 10

Which of the following is a function of testosterone?

Answer 10

increases muscle mass and bone density