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What is the end of the large intestine where waste material is eliminated by the body?
a) small intestine
b) liver
c) rectum
d) pancreas

What is the process by which the body breaks down food into small nutrient molecules?
a) digestion
b) peristalsis
c) absorption
d) adolescence

What is the muscular opening at the end of the rectum through which waste material is eliminated from the body?
a) stomach
b) liver
c) villi
d) anus

What is the fluid released when the mouth waters that plays an important role in both mechanical and chemical digestion?
a) mucus
b) saliva
c) bile
d) vile

What is the last section of the digestive system, where water is absorbed into the bloodstream and remaining material is eliminated?
a) small intestine
b) large intestine
c) rectum
d) anus

What is the process by which nutrient molecules pass through the wall of the digestive system into the blood?
a) digestion
b) absorption
c) peristalsis
d) vomiting

What are the tiny finger shaped structures that cover the inner surface of the small intestine and provide a large surface area?
a) villi
b) epiglottis
c) anus
d) rectum

What is the protein that speeds up chemical reactions in the body?
a) peristalsis
b) esophagus
c) epiglottis
d) enzyme

What is the triangular organ that lies between the stomach and small intestine?
a) gall bladder
b) liver
c) pancreas
d) appendix

What is the flap of tissue that seals off the wind pipe and prevents food from entering in?
a) esophagus
b) epiglottis
c) pancreas
d) appendix

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