Endocrine System Worksheet

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What is the primary function of the endocrine system? a) Sending

nerve impulses
b) Producing and releasing hormones
c) Filtering waste from the body
d) Transporting oxygen in the blood

2. Which gland is responsible for linking the nervous system and

endocrine system? a) Pituitary gland
b) Thyroid gland
c) Hypothalamus
d) Adrenal gland

3. Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate: a) Only the

digestive system
b) Various body functions such as growth and metabolism
c) The nervous system
d) Only the reproductive system

4. What does negative feedback do in the endocrine system? a) Increases

hormone production indefinitely
b) Maintains balance by stopping hormone release when needed
c) Causes glands to overproduce hormones
d) Prevents hormone production altogether

5. The thyroid gland produces: a) Testosterone

b) Thyroxine
c) Insulin
d) Estrogen

6. Which gland is known as the "master gland"? a) Pituitary gland

b) Adrenal gland
c) Pancreas
d) Hypothalamus

7. The pituitary gland signals other glands using: a) Electrical impulses

b) Hormones
c) Blood cells
d) Digestive enzymes
 8. What triggers the hypothalamus to signal the pituitary gland? a) An
increase in temperature
b) A need for more energy
c) A decrease in digestion
d) An increase in red blood cells

9. TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) prompts the: a) Pituitary gland to

release more thyroxine
b) Thyroid gland to produce thyroxine
c) Adrenal gland to release cortisol
d) Pancreas to release insulin

10. If thyroxine levels are too high, the hypothalamus: a) Stops

signaling the pituitary gland
b) Increases TSH production
c) Signals the pancreas to stop insulin production
d) Signals the adrenal gland to release cortisol

Identify Questions

1. Name two body systems that maintain homeostasis.

2. Identify the gland that regulates growth hormones.

3. What chemical messengers does the endocrine system use?

4. Which gland is responsible for stress response?

5. Identify the hormone that the thyroid gland produces.

 6. What is the function of negative feedback in hormone control?

7. Name the small gland located deep inside the brain.

8. Which hormone controls metabolism and energy production?

9. Identify one way the endocrine and nervous systems interact.

10. Name the gland that controls sleep and hunger regulation.

Analyze Systems Questions

1. How does the endocrine system differ from the nervous system?

2. Explain the role of negative feedback in maintaining hormone levels.

3. How do the pituitary gland and hypothalamus work together?

4. What would happen if the thyroid gland stopped producing thyroxine?

5. How does the endocrine system regulate body growth?

 6. Why is the hypothalamus called the link between the nervous and
endocrine systems?

7. What is the importance of hormone regulation in maintaining

homeostasis?

8. How does the body react when there is too much thyroxine in the
bloodstream?

9. Explain the importance of the pituitary gland as the "master gland."

10. How do endocrine glands communicate with other parts of the

body?

Causes and Effects Questions

1. What happens when thyroxine levels drop too low?

2. Describe the effect of the pituitary gland releasing TSH.

 3. What is the result of an overactive thyroid gland?

4. How does negative feedback prevent excessive hormone production?

5. What happens if the hypothalamus does not function properly?

6. Explain what happens when there is a lack of TSH production.

7. What are the effects of growth hormone deficiency?

8. How does an increase in energy demand affect hormone release?

9. What is the consequence of high cortisol levels over time?

10. What happens if the pancreas stops producing insulin?

Construct Explanations Questions

1. Explain why hormone regulation is essential for homeostasis.

2. How does the endocrine system help the body adapt to stress?

3. Why is negative feedback crucial in maintaining hormone levels?

4. Describe how the thyroid gland contributes to metabolism.

5. How does the hypothalamus influence the endocrine system?

6. Explain why the pituitary gland is considered the "master gland."

7. Describe how hormones travel through the body to their target organs.

8. How do the hypothalamus and pituitary gland work together to

regulate growth?

9. Explain how the body prevents overproduction of hormones.

 10. Describe how an imbalance in the endocrine system can affect
overall health.

Keys
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. B 11. D

2. A 12. C

3. C 13. A

4. D 14. B

5. B 15. D

6. A 16. C

7. C 17. A

8. D 18. B

9. A 19. C

10. B 20. D

Identify Questions

(Answers will vary but should include key endocrine organs and hormones)

1. Hypothalamus

2. Pituitary gland

3. Thyroid gland

4. Parathyroid glands

5. Adrenal glands

6. Pancreas

7. Hormones

8. Negative feedback

9. Endocrine system

10. Homeostasis

Analyze Systems Questions

(points - explain the relationships between glands, hormones, and body
functions)

1. The hypothalamus controls the pituitary gland, which regulates other

glands.

2. The endocrine system maintains balance through hormone regulation.

3. The pituitary gland acts as the "master gland" by controlling other

glands.

4. The thyroid controls metabolism through thyroxine.

5. Negative feedback ensures hormone levels remain stable.

6. The adrenal glands help the body respond to stress.

7. The pancreas regulates blood sugar through insulin and glucagon.

8. Growth hormone regulates height and development.

9. Hormonal imbalances can disrupt metabolism and energy levels.

10. The hypothalamus links the nervous system and endocrine

system.

Causes and Effects Questions

(points - describe how changes in one part of the system affect others)

1. If the thyroid produces too much thyroxine, metabolism speeds up.

2. If the pancreas stops producing insulin, blood sugar levels rise.

3. High stress leads to increased cortisol from the adrenal glands.

4. If the pituitary gland is damaged, other glands may stop working.

5. Low thyroxine triggers the release of TSH from the pituitary gland.

6. Excessive growth hormone causes abnormal growth.

7. A malfunctioning hypothalamus disrupts hormone balance.

8. Low blood sugar causes the pancreas to release glucagon.

9. A drop in calcium triggers the parathyroid glands to release PTH.

10. Overproduction of adrenaline increases heart rate and alertness.

Construct Explanations Questions

(Correct answer should provide logical explanations based on endocrine

functions)

1. The endocrine system helps maintain homeostasis by regulating

hormones.

2. The pituitary gland sends signals to regulate other glands.

3. The hypothalamus acts as a link between the nervous and endocrine

systems.

4. Negative feedback prevents hormone levels from getting too high or

too low.

5. The thyroid regulates metabolism through thyroxine.

6. The adrenal glands release hormones in response to stress.

7. The pancreas controls blood sugar by releasing insulin and glucagon.

8. Hormonal imbalances can cause metabolic and developmental issues.

9. The endocrine system works with the nervous system to regulate body
functions.

10. Growth hormone affects bone and muscle development during

childhood.