Ear Anatomy QuizOnline version Test your knowledge on the parts and functions of the ear! by Yashya M Govender 1 What part of the ear collects sound waves? a Outer ear b Middle ear c Eustachian tube d Inner ear 2 Which part of the ear contains the ossicles? a Cochlea b Outer ear c Middle ear d Inner ear 3 What is the function of the cochlea? a Protect the ear b Amplify sound waves c Convert sound vibrations into nerve signals d Equalize pressure 4 Which structure helps maintain balance? a Pinna b Auditory nerve c Eardrum d Semicircular canals 5 What is the role of the eardrum? a Filter noise b Transmit sound to the brain c Vibrate in response to sound waves d Produce earwax 6 Which part of the ear is responsible for equalizing pressure? a Auditory nerve b Cochlea c Pinna d Eustachian tube 7 What part of the ear is shaped like a snail? a Auditory canal b Eardrum c Cochlea d Pinna 8 Which part of the ear is visible from the outside? a Cochlea b Eustachian tube c Ossicles d Pinna 9 What do the ossicles do? a Protect the ear b Amplify sound vibrations c Convert sound to signals d Equalize pressure 10 Which nerve carries sound signals to the brain? a Facial nerve b Vagus nerve c Auditory nerve d Optic nerve 11 Which nerve carries sound signals to the brain? a Facial nerve b Vagus nerve c Auditory nerve d Optic nerve