Health Science Test For W.A.S.S.C.E & N.E.C.O Candidates (40 Questions) Trials

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1. Which component of blood is responsible for transporting oxygen to body tissues?

A) Platelets B) White blood cells C) Red blood cells D) Plasma

2. Which organ is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances, producing bile, and storing glycogen?

A) Stomach B) Kidney C) Liver D) Heart

3. Which disease is characterized by progressive memory loss, confusion, and cognitive decline?

A) Diabetes B) Hypertension C) Alzheimer's disease D) Osteoporosis

4. The process by which nutrients are broken down and absorbed by the body is called:

A) Reproduction B) Respiration C) Digestion D) Circulation

5. Which type of immunity is acquired through exposure to a disease or vaccination?

A) Passive immunity B) Adaptive immunity C) Innate immunity D) Natural immunity

6. What is the medical term for high blood pressure?

A) Hypotension B) Tachycardia C) Bradycardia D) Hypertension

7. What is the smallest functional unit of the nervous system?

A) Nerve B) Neuron C) Synapse D) Axon

8. Which structure in the human respiratory system prevents food from entering the trachea?

A) Larynx B) Pharynx C) Bronchus D) Epiglottis

9. Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

A) Thyroxine B) Insulin C) Testosterone D) Estrogen

10. What is the function of the cochlea in the ear?

A) Balancing B) Hearing C) Smelling D) Tasting

11. What is the medical term for inflammation of the joints, causing pain and stiffness?

A) Arthritis B) Osteoporosis C) Tendinitis D) Myocarditis

12. Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating vital functions such as breathing and heartbeat?

A) Cerebrum B) Cerebellum C) Medulla oblongata D) Hippocampus

13. Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin?

A) Regulating body temperature B) Producing vitamin D C) Storing glucose D) Protecting against pathogens

14. Which part of the human respiratory system contains tiny air sacs where gas exchange occurs?

A) Trachea B) Bronchus C) Alveoli D) Larynx

15. Which of the following is a viral infection that causes a rash, fever, and cold-like symptoms?

A) Influenza B) Tuberculosis C) Measles D) Malaria

16. Which of the following nutrients is essential for building and repairing body tissues?

A) Carbohydrates B) Fats C) Vitamins D) Proteins

17. Which disorder is characterized by repeated, sudden, involuntary muscle contractions?

A) Epilepsy B) Parkinson's disease C) Tourette syndrome D) Dystonia

18. Which type of cell is responsible for producing antibodies in the immune system?

A) T cells B) B cells C) Platelets D) Neutrophils

19. What is the medical term for the collarbone?

A) Tibia B) Humerus C) Clavicle D) Radius

20. Which of the following hormones is responsible for regulating sleep-wake cycles and is influenced by light exposure?

A) Insulin B) Melatonin C) Thyroxine D) Testosterone

21. Which of the following is a chronic respiratory disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways?

A) Asthma B) Bronchitis C) Pneumonia D) Tuberculosis

22. Which part of the human brain is associated with regulating emotions and memory?

A) Hippocampus B) Cerebellum C) Cerebrum D) Amygdala

23. Which of the following is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacterium?

A) Gonorrhea B) Herpes C) Human papillomavirus (HPV) D) Syphilis

24. What is the condition in which blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough for a diabetes diagnosis?

A) Hypoglycemia B) Hyperglycemia C) Insulin resistance D) Prediabetes

25. Which organ is responsible for producing insulin and regulating blood sugar levels?

A) Liver B) Kidneys C) Pancreas D) Gallbladder

26. Which of the following is a type of diagnostic imaging that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create images of the body?

A) X-ray B) Ultrasound C) CT scan D) MRI

27. Which of the following diseases is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?

A) Tuberculosis B) Malaria C) Hepatitis B D) AIDS

28. Which of the following is the largest bone in the human body?

A) Femur B) Humerus C) Radius D) Tibia

29. What is the name of the protein responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells?

A) Hemoglobin B) Myoglobin C) Collagen D) Keratin

30. Which of the following is a bacterial infection that affects the digestive system and can lead to severe dehydration?

A) Influenza B) Tuberculosis C) Cholera D) Malaria

31. Which organ in the digestive system produces bile to aid in digestion?

A) Stomach B) Liver C) Pancreas D) Gallbladder

32. What is the term for the condition in which the eye's lens becomes cloudy, leading to decreased vision?

A) Glaucoma B) Myopia C) Cataract D) Astigmatism

33. What is the medical term for the outer layer of skin?

A) Dermis B) Hypodermis C) Epidermis D) Subcutis

34. Which hormone is known as the "stress hormone" and is produced in response to stress and low blood sugar?

A) Estrogen B) Thyroxine C) Cortisol D) Insulin

35. Which of the following is a disorder of the immune system that results in chronic inflammation of the joints?

A) Osteoporosis B) Rheumatoid arthritis C) Multiple sclerosis D) Lupus

36. What is the process by which gametes (sperm and egg cells) are produced?

A) Osmosis B) Fertilization C) Meiosis D) Mitosis

37. Which of the following is a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver?

A) Tuberculosis B) Hepatitis C) Malaria D) Influenza

38. Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

A) Axon B) Dendrite C) Synapse D) Nucleus

39. Which of the following is a type of connective tissue that cushions and supports joints?

A) Cartilage B) Muscle C) Tendon D) Ligament

40. Which of the following organs is responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and producing urine?

A) Liver B) Kidneys C) Pancreas D) Spleen