Content Benchmark L.8.B.4
Students know cells combine to form tissues that combine to form organs and organ systems that
are specialized to perform life functions. E/S
Sample Test Questions
1st Item Specification: Know cells work together to form tissues, organs, and organ
systems.
Depth of Knowledge Level 1
1. Which of the following is the correct ranking of organizational hierarchy of organisms
from simplest to most complex?
A. cells, organs, tissues, organ systems, organisms
B. cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms
C. tissues, cells, organs, organ systems, organisms
D. tissues, organs, cells, organ systems, organisms
2. A group of similar cells working together is a(n)
A. cell.
B. organ.
C. tissue.
D. organism.
Depth of Knowledge Level 2
3. This diagram is of a human structure.
Diagram from: http://www.medicalook.com/human_anatomy/organs/Brain.html
Which of the following best describes the level of organization in the diagram above?
A. Cell
B. Organ
C. Tissue
D. Organ system
4. There are four types of tissues that are made up of specialized cells. Which type of tissue is
most affected by a disease that infects bone?
A. Connective tissue
B. Muscle tissue
C. Nervous tissue
D. Epithelial tissue
2nd Item Specification: Know the functions of organs and organ systems. (i.e. skeletal,
muscular, digestive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous)
Depth of Knowledge Level 1
5. What human body system breaks down food and absorbs nutrients?
A. Digestive
B. Endocrine
C. Respiratory
D. Skeletal
6. What two body systems work together to produce movement?
A. Circulatory and skeletal
B. Muscular and digestive
C. Respiration and nervous
D. Skeletal and muscular
Depth of Knowledge Level 2
7. Which of the following best explains the interaction between the circulatory system and the
respiratory system?
A. The respiratory system adds nutrients to the bloodstream which is delivered to cells.
B. The respiratory system adds oxygen to the bloodstream which is delivered to cells.
C. The bloodstream delivers oxygen to the lungs to be exhaled from the body.
D. The bloodstream delivers nutrients to the lungs to be converted into carbon dioxide.
8. Use the following diagram to answer the following.
Key:
From Leaves
From Roots
Figure modified from free clip art website
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/clipart/category/scie.html
Which organ system in humans performs a similar function as shown in the plant above?
A. Circulatory
B. Respiration
C. Digestion
D. Excretory
3rd Item Specification: Know there are different types of cells within tissues, organs, and
organ systems in the same organism designed to take on specialized tasks.
Depth of Knowledge Level 1
9. Organs are made up of different types of tissues working together to perform specialized
tasks. Which of the following tissues would NOT be found in the heart?
A. Skeletal muscle tissue
B. Cardiac muscle tissue
C. Nerve tissue
D. Vascular tissue
10. What is the function of a specialized muscle cell?
A. Transmits a signal to the brain to produce movement.
B. Delivers oxygen to the muscle to produce movement.
C. Contracts to produce movement.
D. Expands to produce movement.
Depth of Knowledge Level 2
11. Sickle Cell Anemia is a disease that causes red blood cells to change shape. A person with
this disease would be
A. unable to digest fats in their diet.
B. tired due to decreased oxygen reaching their brains.
C. unable to walk due to lack of muscular control.
D. likely to get infections due to a damaged immune system.
12. ALS, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a disease that affects the motor nerves of the human
body. A person with this disease would be
A. unable to digest fats in their diet.
B. tired due to decreased oxygen reaching their brain.
C. unable to walk due to lack of muscular control.
D. likely to get infections due to a damaged immune system.
Constructed Response L.8.B.4
Answer the following questions regarding the human circulatory system.
A. Describe the function of the circulatory system.
B. List and describe the function the major organs in the circulatory system.
C. Explain how the circulatory system interacts with the respiratory system within an
organism to maintain homeostasis.
Content Benchmark L.8.B.4
Students know cells combine to form tissues that combine to form organs and organ systems that
are specialized to perform life functions. E/S
Answers to Sample Test Questions
1. B, DOK Level 1
2. C, DOK Level 1
3. B, DOK Level 2
4. A, DOK Level 2
5. A, DOK Level 1
6. D, DOK Level 1
7. B, DOK Level 2
8. A, DOK Level 2
9. A, DOK Level 1
10. C, DOK Level 1
11. B, DOK Level 2
12. C, DOK Level 2
Constructed Response L.8.B.4 Score Rubric:
Response addresses all parts of the question clearly and correctly.
3 points
The function of the circulatory system is to transport oxygen to every
cell in the body, to transport wastes for elimination from the body, and
to move white blood cells around the body to attack pathogens.
Heart – a muscle that pumps blood throughout the body
Arteries – vessels that carry blood away from the heart to the lungs to
pick up oxygen and then deliver that oxygen to every cell in body
Veins – carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart
Capillaries – very small blood vessels that act as connectors between
veins and arteries.
Cells need oxygen for cellular respiration. The respiratory system
draws oxygen out of the air. The circulatory system picks up the
oxygen from the lungs and delivers it to the cells.
2 points
Response addresses all parts of the question and includes only minor
errors.
1 point
Response does not address all parts of the question.
0 points
Response is totally incorrect or no response provided.