Anatomy and Physiology of the Head and Neck Quiz Challenge yourself with questions on cranial nerves, glands, muscles, and more. Test your understanding of head and neck anatomy in this comprehensive quiz.
#1
Which bone forms the forehead and the superior part of the eye orbits?Maxilla
Frontal bone
Temporal bone
Zygomatic bone
#2
Which muscle is responsible for closing the jaw?Masseter
Temporalis
Digastric
Sternocleidomastoid
#3
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the pharynx?Nasopharynx
Oropharynx
Laryngopharynx
Larynx
#4
Which of the following bones does NOT contain a sinus?Maxilla
Ethmoid
Sphenoid
Mandible
#5
Which of the following cranial nerves is responsible for controlling the muscles of facial expression?Vagus nerve (CN X)
Facial nerve (CN VII)
Glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)
Accessory nerve (CN XI)
#6
The parotid gland secretes which substance?Insulin
Saliva
Gastric juice
Thyroxine
#7
Which bone houses the pituitary gland?Sphenoid bone
Temporal bone
Ethmoid bone
Occipital bone
#8
What is the primary function of the hyoid bone?To support the tongue and provide attachment for muscles of the tongue and larynx
To protect the brain
To aid in chewing food
To facilitate swallowing
#9
What is the primary function of the nasal conchae (turbinates)?To warm and humidify inhaled air
To filter dust and particles from the air
To produce mucus for airway protection
To aid in olfaction (sense of smell)
#10
Which artery supplies blood to the brain?Carotid artery
Brachial artery
Femoral artery
Subclavian artery
#11
Which of the following structures is responsible for maintaining equilibrium and balance?Cochlea
Semicircular canals
Auditory ossicles
Tympanic membrane
#12
Which of the following structures is NOT a part of the lymphatic system in the head and neck?Submandibular lymph nodes
Tonsils
Paranasal sinuses
Cervical lymph nodes
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