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BS Zoology Semester Exam MCQs

Practice BS Zoology Semester Exam questions with answers and explanations.

For a concept-based MCQ, read this case: a flatworm and a roundworm are placed side by side. the roundworm is recognized by a cylindrical body, complete gut, and pseudocoelom. Select the strongest explanation. (237)

A. radial body with cnidocytes B. cylindrical body with pseudocoelom and complete gut C. segmented body with setae D. dorsoventrally flattened acoelomate body
Correct Answer: B. cylindrical body with pseudocoelom and complete gut

For a concept-based MCQ, read this case: a mollusc and an annelid both show trochophore larvae in many species, but their adult body plans are very different. Select the strongest explanation. (238)

A. jointed appendages as a shared adult trait B. cnidocytes as a shared adult trait C. trochophore larva as a developmental link D. tube feet as a shared adult trait
Correct Answer: C. trochophore larva as a developmental link

A diagram in the course handout shows that a patient develops amoebiasis after consuming unsafe water in an area with poor sanitation. Identify the related structure or process.

A. Entamoeba spreads by tsetse fly B. Entamoeba spreads by mosquito bite C. Entamoeba spreads only by pork D. Entamoeba histolytica spreads by contaminated food and water
Correct Answer: D. Entamoeba histolytica spreads by contaminated food and water

A student is revising Animal Diversity-I: a student compares a sponge, a jellyfish, a worm, a snail, a crab, and a sea star in the museum. What should the student write in the answer sheet?

A. body form never helps classification B. only country of origin matters C. only colour separates all phyla D. body form helps separate phyla during museum study
Correct Answer: D. body form helps separate phyla during museum study