Beginner Thyroid Quiz
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Q1. What is the primary function of the thyroid gland?
- Immune response control
- Blood sugar regulation
- Regulation of metabolism
- Oxygen transport
Q2. Where is the thyroid gland located?
- On the posterior chest wall
- In front of the trachea, below the larynx
- Behind the esophagus
- Inside the thoracic cavity
Q3. Which two main hormones are secreted by the thyroid gland?
- TSH and TRH
- Insulin and glucagon
- T3 and T4
- ACTH and cortisol
Q4. How is the thyroid gland connected across its two lobes?
- Follicle
- Capsule
- Isthmus
- Parenchyma
Q5. What element is essential for thyroid hormone production?
- Iron
- Calcium
- Iodine
- Sodium
Q6. Which hormone stimulates the thyroid to release its hormones?
- TSH
- ADH
- ACTH
- TRH
Q7. What is the effect of thyroid hormones on metabolism?
- Inhibits completely
- Decreases
- No effect
- Increases
Q8. Which small gland in the brain regulates thyroid function indirectly?
- Pituitary gland
- Adrenal gland
- Hypothalamus
- Pineal gland
Q9. Which structure lies immediately posterior to the thyroid gland?
- Trachea and bronchi
- Laryngeal cartilage
- Esophagus and recurrent laryngeal nerves
- Carotid arteries
Q10. What condition results from insufficient thyroid hormone production?
- Addison’s disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Cushing’s syndrome
- Hypothyroidism