1. The thyroid gland stimulates growth and controls the functions of other glands.

True
2. The parathyroid gland regulates body metabolism and causes storage of calcium in
bones. True
3. The ovaries regulate blood sugar levels. False (pituitary gland)
4. The pancreas prepares the body for action and controls the heart rate and breathing in
times of emergency. True
5. If the pituitary gland is not producing enough growth hormones, gigantism may arise.
False (dwarfism)
6. A regular menstrual cycle lasts fifteen days. False (28 days)
7. Fertilization and reproduction only occurs on human beings. False
8. Hormone is a chemical substance which controls and regulates the activity of certain
cells or organs. True
9. The adrenal gland enables the body to produce certain antibodies. True
10. The fertilized egg develops in the fallopian tube. False (uterus)

Table of Specification

Content/
Subject No. of Hours No. of Items Knowledge Comprehension Application
Matter
Endocrine 2 6 6 0 0
System
Endocrine 1 1 1 0 0
Disorder
Reproductive 1 3 3 0 0
System
Total 4 10 10 0 0