Cell Structure and Function Quiz
1. Which organelle is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell? a) Mitochondria b)
Nucleus c) Golgi apparatus d) Ribosome
2. What is the main function of the cell membrane? a) Protein synthesis b) Energy
production c) Controlling what enters and exits the cell d) Storage of genetic material
3. The nucleus contains: a) DNA b) Chromosomes c) Genetic information d) All of the
above
4. Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis? a) Lysosomes b) Ribosomes c)
Vacuoles d) Chloroplasts
5. What is the primary function of chloroplasts? a) Cell division b) Photosynthesis c)
Waste removal d) Protein production
6. The Golgi apparatus is responsible for: a) Packaging and distributing proteins b)
Breaking down food c) Storing water d) Making energy
7. Which structure gives plant cells their rigid shape? a) Cell membrane b) Cytoplasm c)
Cell wall d) Nucleus
8. What is the gel-like substance that fills the cell? a) Nucleus b) Cytoplasm c) Vacuole d)
Membrane
9. Lysosomes contain: a) Digestive enzymes b) Chlorophyll c) Genetic material d) Water
10. The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is responsible for: a) Cell movement b) Protein
transport c) Cell division d) Energy storage
Answer Key:
11. a
12. c
13. d
14. b
15. b
16. a
17. c
18. b
19. a
20. b
Note to teacher: Please review these answers for accuracy before use.