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Digestive system — Paper 1 · IGCSE Sciences - Co-ordinated (Double) 0654

B7.2· 48 questions · 48 marks · 58 min · 2005–2025· Multiple choice

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Question 1: The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog. Where does egestion occur? B A D CQuestion 2: What is most likely to happen if a diet contains excess proteins? A Bacteria will form acids in the mouth. B More amylase will be secreted …Question 3: The diagram shows structures in the throat of a mammal. from the nose X from the mouth to the to the lungs stomach What is X? A epiglottis …1 / 19
Question 4: The diagram shows parts of the digestive system. P S Q R Which labelled parts are the small intestine and the pancreas? A P and Q B Q and R…Question 5: Which part of the gut is in the form of a coiled tube? A large intestine B oesophagus C rectum D small intestineQuestion 6: Which part of the gut is in the form of a coiled tube? A large intestine B oesophagus C rectum D small intestineQuestion 7: The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal. P Q R S Where is bile added and where is acid released? addition of bile release of acid A …2 / 19
Question 8: The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal. P Q R S Where is bile added and where is acid released? addition of bile release of acid A …Question 9: The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs. P Q R S Which organs produce digestive enzymes? A P and Q B…3 / 19
Question 10: The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs. P Q R S Which organs produce digestive enzymes? A P and Q B…Question 11: The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs. P Q R S Which organs produce digestive enzymes? A P and Q B…4 / 19
Question 12: The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal. direction of movement of food duodenum from organs P and Q Which organs are represented by …Question 13: The diagram shows part of the digestive system. 4 1 3 2 Which labels identify the liver, pancreas and stomach? liver pancreas stomach A 2 1…5 / 19
Question 14: The diagram shows part of the digestive system. 4 1 3 2 Which labels identify the liver, pancreas and stomach? liver pancreas stomach A 2 1…Question 15: Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? A The large intestine includes the colon and rectum. B The large intestine includes …Question 16: Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? A The large intestine includes the colon and rectum. B The large intestine includes …6 / 19
Question 17: The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog. Where does egestion occur? A D C BQuestion 18: The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog. Where does egestion occur? A D C BQuestion 19: The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog. Where does egestion occur? A D C B7 / 19
Question 20: The diagram shows part of the digestive system. Where is lipase produced? C D B AQuestion 21: The diagram shows part of the digestive system. Where is lipase produced? C D B AQuestion 22: Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? A oesophagus B pancreas C rectum D small intestineQuestion 23: Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? A oesophagus B pancreas C rectum D small intestine8 / 19
Question 24: In a full set of adult human teeth, there will be the smallest number of A canines. B incisors. C molars. D premolars.Question 25: Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? A oesophagus B pancreas C rectum D small intestineQuestion 26: Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? A The large intestine includes the colon and rectum. B The large intestine includes …Question 27: The diagram shows a tooth with a cavity caused by decay. cavity Which parts of the tooth have been affected by the decay? A crown and root …Question 28: Where is the gall bladder situated? A in the pancreas B near the entrance to the urethra C near the kidneys D near the liver9 / 19
Question 29: The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw. X What type of tooth is X? A canine B incisor C molar D premolarQuestion 30: The diagram shows part of the digestive system. P Q R S Which of the labelled parts produce digestive enzymes, absorb water and store bile?…Question 31: Where does most absorption of digested food take place? A the large intestine B the liver C the small intestine D the stomach10 / 19
Question 32: The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs. P Q R S Which organs produce digestive enzymes? A P and Q B…Question 33: Where is bile stored? A gall bladder B liver C pancreas D stomachQuestion 34: Into which part of the alimentary canal does the pancreas release digestive juices? A anus B large intestine C oesophagus D small intestine11 / 19
Question 35: The diagram shows the human alimentary canal. X What is the name of organ X and which process occurs here? organ process A large intestine …Question 36: The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw. X What type of tooth is X? A canine B incisor C molar D premolar12 / 19
Question 37: The diagram shows the human digestive system. 1 2 3 4 Where do digestion, egestion, ingestion and absorption take place? digestion egestion…13 / 19
Question 38: The diagram shows the human digestive system. 1 2 3 4 Where do digestion, egestion, ingestion and absorption take place? digestion egestion…14 / 19
Question 39: The diagram shows part of the digestive system. P Q R S Which labelled parts produce digestive enzymes, absorb water and store bile? produc…Question 40: The diagram shows part of the digestive system. P Q R S Which labelled parts produce digestive enzymes, absorb water and store bile? produc…15 / 19
Question 41: The diagram shows part of the digestive system. P Q R S Which labelled parts produce digestive enzymes, absorb water and store bile? produc…Question 42: The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal. P Q R Which row identifies P, Q and R? P Q R A oesophagus large intestine stomach B s…16 / 19
Question 43: The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal and associated organs. 1 4 3 2 Which labels identify the liver, pancreas and stomach? …Question 44: The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal and associated organs. 1 4 3 2 Which labels identify the liver, pancreas and stomach? …17 / 19
Question 45: The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw. X Which type of tooth is X? A canine B incisor C molar D premolarQuestion 46: The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw. X Which type of tooth is X? A canine B incisor C molar D premolar18 / 19
Question 47: The diagram shows the human alimentary canal and other organs. 1 6 2 3 5 4 Which row shows the route of food through the alimentary canal? …Question 48: Which location does undigested food move to after passing through the small intestine? A blood B large intestine C pancreas D stomach19 / 19

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Q1 · The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog 0654/11 May/June 2005

8 The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog. Where does egestion occur? B A D C

1 marks

Answer: B

This question in 0654/11 May/June 2005

Q2 · What is most likely to happen if a diet contains excess proteins? 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2007

9 What is most likely to happen if a diet contains excess proteins? A Bacteria will form acids in the mouth. B More amylase will be secreted by the pancreas. C More fibre will be removed through the anus. D More urea will be excreted by the kidneys.

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2007

Q3 · The diagram shows structures in the throat of a mammal 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2008

4 The diagram shows structures in the throat of a mammal. from the nose X from the mouth to the to the lungs stomach What is X? A epiglottis B larynx C oesophagus D trachea

1 marks

Answer: A

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Q4 · The diagram shows parts of the digestive system 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2009

7 The diagram shows parts of the digestive system. P S Q R Which labelled parts are the small intestine and the pancreas? A P and Q B Q and R C S and R D S and Q

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2009

Q5 · Which part of the gut is in the form of a coiled tube? 0654/11 May/June 2010

4 Which part of the gut is in the form of a coiled tube? A large intestine B oesophagus C rectum D small intestine

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/11 May/June 2010

Q6 · Which part of the gut is in the form of a coiled tube? 0654/12 May/June 2010

2 Which part of the gut is in the form of a coiled tube? A large intestine B oesophagus C rectum D small intestine

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/12 May/June 2010

Q7 · The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal 0654/12 May/June 2011

6 The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal. P Q R S Where is bile added and where is acid released? addition of bile release of acid A P Q B Q R C R S D S P

1 marks

Answer: A

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Q8 · The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal 0654/13 May/June 2011

6 The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal. P Q R S Where is bile added and where is acid released? addition of bile release of acid A P Q B Q R C R S D S P

1 marks

Answer: A

This question in 0654/13 May/June 2011

Q9 · The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2011

7 The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs. P Q R S Which organs produce digestive enzymes? A P and Q B Q and R C R and S D S and P

1 marks

Answer: B

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Q10 · The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2011

8 The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs. P Q R S Which organs produce digestive enzymes? A P and Q B Q and R C R and S D S and P

1 marks

Answer: B

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Q11 · The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2011

10 The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs. P Q R S Which organs produce digestive enzymes? A P and Q B Q and R C R and S D S and P

1 marks

Answer: B

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Q12 · The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal 0654/11 May/June 2012

6 The diagram shows part of the alimentary canal. direction of movement of food duodenum from organs P and Q Which organs are represented by P and Q? A kidneys and pancreas B liver and pancreas C liver and stomach D pancreas and stomach

1 marks

Answer: B

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Q13 · The diagram shows part of the digestive system 0654/12 May/June 2012

7 The diagram shows part of the digestive system. 4 1 3 2 Which labels identify the liver, pancreas and stomach? liver pancreas stomach A 2 1 3 B 2 3 1 C 4 2 3 D 4 2 1

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Answer: D

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Q14 · The diagram shows part of the digestive system 0654/13 May/June 2012

7 The diagram shows part of the digestive system. 4 1 3 2 Which labels identify the liver, pancreas and stomach? liver pancreas stomach A 2 1 3 B 2 3 1 C 4 2 3 D 4 2 1

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Answer: D

This question in 0654/13 May/June 2012

Q15 · Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? 0654/11 May/June 2013

4 Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? A The large intestine includes the colon and rectum. B The large intestine includes the duodenum and rectum. C The small intestine includes the colon and ileum. D The small intestine includes the ileum and rectum.

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Answer: A

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Q16 · Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? 0654/13 May/June 2013

3 Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? A The large intestine includes the colon and rectum. B The large intestine includes the duodenum and rectum. C The small intestine includes the colon and ileum. D The small intestine includes the ileum and rectum.

1 marks

Answer: A

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Q17 · The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2013

4 The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog. Where does egestion occur? A D C B

1 marks

Answer: A

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Q18 · The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2013

5 The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog. Where does egestion occur? A D C B

1 marks

Answer: A

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Q19 · The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2013

4 The diagram shows the alimentary canal of a dog. Where does egestion occur? A D C B

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Answer: A

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Q20 · The diagram shows part of the digestive system 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2014

3 The diagram shows part of the digestive system. Where is lipase produced? C D B A

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Answer: A

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Q21 · The diagram shows part of the digestive system 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2014

4 The diagram shows part of the digestive system. Where is lipase produced? C D B A

1 marks

Answer: A

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Q22 · Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2015

8 Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? A oesophagus B pancreas C rectum D small intestine

1 marks

Answer: D

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Q23 · Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2015

7 Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? A oesophagus B pancreas C rectum D small intestine

1 marks

Answer: D

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Q24 · In a full set of adult human teeth, there will be the smallest number of A canines 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2015

8 In a full set of adult human teeth, there will be the smallest number of A canines. B incisors. C molars. D premolars.

1 marks

Answer: A

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Q25 · Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2015

7 Which part of the alimentary canal is in the form of a coiled tube? A oesophagus B pancreas C rectum D small intestine

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2015

Q26 · Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? 0654/11 May/June 2016

3 Which statement about the alimentary canal is correct? A The large intestine includes the colon and rectum. B The large intestine includes the duodenum and rectum. C The small intestine includes the colon and ileum. D The small intestine includes the ileum and rectum.

1 marks

Answer: A

This question in 0654/11 May/June 2016

Q27 · The diagram shows a tooth with a cavity caused by decay 0654/12 May/June 2016

5 The diagram shows a tooth with a cavity caused by decay. cavity Which parts of the tooth have been affected by the decay? A crown and root B dentine and enamel C enamel and gum D enamel and pulp

1 marks

Answer: B

This question in 0654/12 May/June 2016

Q28 · Where is the gall bladder situated? 0654/13 May/June 2016

5 Where is the gall bladder situated? A in the pancreas B near the entrance to the urethra C near the kidneys D near the liver

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/13 May/June 2016

Q29 · The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2016

3 The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw. X What type of tooth is X? A canine B incisor C molar D premolar

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2016

Q30 · The diagram shows part of the digestive system 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2018

4 The diagram shows part of the digestive system. P Q R S Which of the labelled parts produce digestive enzymes, absorb water and store bile? produce digestive absorb water store bile enzymes A P Q R B Q R P C R S P D S P R

1 marks

Answer: C

This question in 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2018

Q31 · Where does most absorption of digested food take place? 0654/11 May/June 2019

6 Where does most absorption of digested food take place? A the large intestine B the liver C the small intestine D the stomach

1 marks

Answer: C

This question in 0654/11 May/June 2019

Q32 · The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2019

6 The diagram shows some parts of the alimentary canal and its associated organs. P Q R S Which organs produce digestive enzymes? A P and Q B Q and R C R and S D S and P

1 marks

Answer: B

This question in 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2019

Q33 · Where is bile stored? 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2019

6 Where is bile stored? A gall bladder B liver C pancreas D stomach

1 marks

Answer: A

This question in 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2019

Q34 · Into which part of the alimentary canal does the pancreas release digestive juices? 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2020

6 Into which part of the alimentary canal does the pancreas release digestive juices? A anus B large intestine C oesophagus D small intestine

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2020

Q35 · The diagram shows the human alimentary canal 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2020

6 The diagram shows the human alimentary canal. X What is the name of organ X and which process occurs here? organ process A large intestine absorption B large intestine egestion C small intestine absorption D small intestine egestion

1 marks

Answer: C

This question in 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2020

Q36 · The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw 0654/12 Feb/March 2021

6 The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw. X What type of tooth is X? A canine B incisor C molar D premolar

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/12 Feb/March 2021

Q37 · The diagram shows the human digestive system 0654/12 May/June 2021

6 The diagram shows the human digestive system. 1 2 3 4 Where do digestion, egestion, ingestion and absorption take place? digestion egestion ingestion absorption A 1 4 2 3 B 2 4 1 3 C 3 1 4 2 D 4 3 2 1

1 marks

Answer: B

This question in 0654/12 May/June 2021

Q38 · The diagram shows the human digestive system 0654/13 May/June 2021

6 The diagram shows the human digestive system. 1 2 3 4 Where do digestion, egestion, ingestion and absorption take place? digestion egestion ingestion absorption A 1 4 2 3 B 2 4 1 3 C 3 1 4 2 D 4 3 2 1

1 marks

Answer: B

This question in 0654/13 May/June 2021

Q39 · The diagram shows part of the digestive system 0654/11 May/June 2022

6 The diagram shows part of the digestive system. P Q R S Which labelled parts produce digestive enzymes, absorb water and store bile? produce digestive absorb water store bile enzymes A P Q R B Q R P C R S P D S P R

1 marks

Answer: C

This question in 0654/11 May/June 2022

Q40 · The diagram shows part of the digestive system 0654/12 May/June 2022

6 The diagram shows part of the digestive system. P Q R S Which labelled parts produce digestive enzymes, absorb water and store bile? produce digestive absorb water store bile enzymes A P Q R B Q R P C R S P D S P R

1 marks

Answer: C

This question in 0654/12 May/June 2022

Q41 · The diagram shows part of the digestive system 0654/13 May/June 2022

6 The diagram shows part of the digestive system. P Q R S Which labelled parts produce digestive enzymes, absorb water and store bile? produce digestive absorb water store bile enzymes A P Q R B Q R P C R S P D S P R

1 marks

Answer: C

This question in 0654/13 May/June 2022

Q42 · The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2022

6 The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal. P Q R Which row identifies P, Q and R? P Q R A oesophagus large intestine stomach B stomach small intestine large intestine C stomach large intestine small intestine D oesophagus small intestine large intestine

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Answer: D

This question in 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2022

Q43 · The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal and associated organs 0654/12 May/June 2024

4 The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal and associated organs. 1 4 3 2 Which labels identify the liver, pancreas and stomach? liver pancreas stomach A 2 1 3 B 2 3 1 C 4 2 3 D 4 2 1

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/12 May/June 2024

Q44 · The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal and associated organs 0654/13 May/June 2024

4 The diagram shows part of the human alimentary canal and associated organs. 1 4 3 2 Which labels identify the liver, pancreas and stomach? liver pancreas stomach A 2 1 3 B 2 3 1 C 4 2 3 D 4 2 1

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/13 May/June 2024

Q45 · The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2024

6 The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw. X Which type of tooth is X? A canine B incisor C molar D premolar

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/12 Oct/Nov 2024

Q46 · The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2024

6 The diagram shows human teeth in the lower jaw. X Which type of tooth is X? A canine B incisor C molar D premolar

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0654/13 Oct/Nov 2024

Q47 · The diagram shows the human alimentary canal and other organs 0654/11 May/June 2025

7 The diagram shows the human alimentary canal and other organs. 1 6 2 3 5 4 Which row shows the route of food through the alimentary canal? first last A 1 2 3 4 B 1 2 5 4 C 2 4 3 5 D 2 4 5 6

1 marks

Answer: B

This question in 0654/11 May/June 2025

Q48 · Which location does undigested food move to after passing through the small intestine? 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2025

7 Which location does undigested food move to after passing through the small intestine? A blood B large intestine C pancreas D stomach

1 marks

Answer: B

This question in 0654/11 Oct/Nov 2025