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Systems and Cavities of Human Body – Objective Type Questions (MCQs)

Course: GNM 1st Year
Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Exam: Final Examination 2026
Prepared by: NursingNotesGNM

Introduction

Systems and cavities of the human body form a core scoring topic in Anatomy and Physiology for GNM 1st year nursing students. This MCQ set is prepared strictly according to the GNM Final Examination 2026 syllabus and is useful for objective exams, viva, and quick revision. All questions are written in simple nursing language, making them ideal for exam preparation and competitive nursing tests.

Objective Type Questions (MCQs)

1. How many major systems are present in the human body?

A. 9
B. 10
C. 11
D. 12

Answer: C. 11

2. Which system provides support and protection to the body?

A. Muscular system
B. Skeletal system
C. Nervous system
D. Digestive system

Answer: B. Skeletal system

3. The control and coordination of body activities is done by:

A. Endocrine system
B. Circulatory system
C. Nervous system
D. Respiratory system

Answer: C. Nervous system

4. Which of the following is NOT a part of the respiratory system?

A. Trachea
B. Lungs
C. Bronchi
D. Esophagus

Answer: D. Esophagus

5. The main function of the circulatory system is:

A. Digestion of food
B. Excretion of waste
C. Transportation of substances
D. Hormone secretion

Answer: C. Transportation of substances

6. Which organ pumps blood throughout the body?

A. Lung
B. Brain
C. Heart
D. Kidney

Answer: C. Heart

7. Which system removes metabolic waste from the body?

A. Digestive system
B. Urinary system
C. Respiratory system
D. Nervous system

Answer: B. Urinary system

8. Kidneys are part of which system?

A. Digestive system
B. Respiratory system
C. Urinary system
D. Circulatory system

Answer: C. Urinary system

9. Hormones are secreted by which system?

A. Nervous system
B. Endocrine system
C. Reproductive system
D. Muscular system

Answer: B. Endocrine system

10. Which gland is known as the master gland?

A. Thyroid
B. Adrenal
C. Pituitary
D. Pancreas

Answer: C. Pituitary

Body Cavities – MCQs

11. A body cavity is best defined as:

A. A solid organ
B. A space containing organs
C. A muscle layer
D. A bone joint

Answer: B. A space containing organs

12. The cranial cavity contains the:

A. Heart
B. Lungs
C. Brain
D. Spinal cord

Answer: C. Brain

13. The spinal cord is located in the:

A. Thoracic cavity
B. Cranial cavity
C. Spinal cavity
D. Abdominal cavity

Answer: C. Spinal cavity

14. Which cavity contains the lungs?

A. Abdominal cavity
B. Pelvic cavity
C. Thoracic cavity
D. Cranial cavity

Answer: C. Thoracic cavity

15. The cavity that surrounds the heart is called:

A. Pleural cavity
B. Peritoneal cavity
C. Pericardial cavity
D. Abdominal cavity

Answer: C. Pericardial cavity

16. The diaphragm separates the:

A. Cranial and spinal cavities
B. Thoracic and abdominal cavities
C. Abdominal and pelvic cavities
D. Pleural cavities

Answer: B. Thoracic and abdominal cavities

17. Which cavity contains the stomach and liver?

A. Pelvic cavity
B. Thoracic cavity
C. Abdominal cavity
D. Cranial cavity

Answer: C. Abdominal cavity

18. The urinary bladder is present in the:

A. Abdominal cavity
B. Pelvic cavity
C. Thoracic cavity
D. Cranial cavity

Answer: B. Pelvic cavity

19. Dorsal cavity includes:

A. Thoracic and abdominal cavities
B. Cranial and spinal cavities
C. Abdominal and pelvic cavities
D. Pleural cavities

Answer: B. Cranial and spinal cavities

20. Which of the following is a function of body cavities?

A. Hormone secretion
B. Digestion
C. Protection of organs
D. Blood circulation

Answer: C. Protection of organs

Exam Tip for GNM Students

  • MCQs are commonly asked in GNM Final Exams.

  • Revise definitions + MCQs together for better scoring.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Are these MCQs sufficient for GNM 1st year final exam?
Yes, these MCQs cover the most commonly asked objective questions from systems and cavities of the human body.

Q2. Which subject do these MCQs belong to?
These MCQs are from Anatomy and Physiology as per GNM syllabus.

Q3. Are these MCQs useful for other nursing exams?
Yes, they are useful for ANM, GNM entrance tests, and staff nurse exams.

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