20. The Lymphatic System

Which of the following is a function of the spleen?

Collections of lymphoid tissue that guard mucosal surfaces (MALT) include all the following EXCEPT __________.

Which of the following is NOT a role of the spleen?

Which structure, attached to the cecum, is in an ideal location to destroy bacteria before they breach the intestinal wall?

Which of the following statements about the spleen is FALSE?

Choose the true statement about the thymus.

Which of the following does not accurately describe the spleen?

What lymphatic structures trap bacteria in the posterior oral cavity?

Areas of lymphocytes suspended by reticular fibers in the spleen are known as __________.

The lymphoid organ(s) located in the throat that defend(s) against invading bacteria coming in through the mouth and nose is/are __________.

The main role of the tonsils is to __________.

Which of the following is/are the major lymphoid organ(s) that "train(s)" T lymphocytes to become immunocompetent?

The spleen's white pulp is composed primarily of __________.