Immunology · CAPE Biology Unit 2

87 past-paper questions on Immunology, part of Applications of Biology, from every CAPE Biology Unit 2 paper on Quelpr.

1. 3(a)(i)3 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(i)Identify EACH of the structures labelled X-Z in Figure 4.
2. 3(a)(i)2 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(i)Define the term 'monoclonal antibody'.
3. 3(a)(i)4 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(i)State what occurs at the stages labelled I–IV in Figure 9.
4. 3(a)(i)2 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(i)Define the term 'immune response'.
5. 3(a)(ii)1 mark· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(ii)State the type of immune response that BEST describes phagocytosis.
6. 3(a)(ii)2 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(ii)Suggest TWO reasons why memory cells facilitate long-term immunity.
7. 3(a)(ii)3 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(ii)State ONE function of EACH of the structures labelled X-Z in Figure 4.
8. 3(a)(ii)3 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(ii)Identify the areas labelled I-III in Figure 5, on page 16, where Reactions A, B and C in Figure 6 occur.
9. 3(a)(iii)5 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(iii)Outline the processes which would occur in EACH labelled area in Figure 5, on page 16, if the pregnancy test is positive.
10. 3(a)(iii)6 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(iii)Using an annotated diagram ONLY, describe the entire sequence of events involved in either a humoral immune response OR a cell-mediated immune response. Your annotated diagram MUST be drawn in the space provided on page…
11. 3(a)(iii)3 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(iii)Explain the significance of the structure labelled W in Figure 4 to the immune response.
12. 3(a)(iii)2 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(iii)State TWO reasons why phagocytosis is important.
13. 3(a)(iv)4 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(a)(iv)Using Figure 5, describe how Mabthera/Rituximab is used to treat non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
14. 3(b)(i)4 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(b)(i)Define the following terms. Active immunity, Passive immunity.
15. 3(b)(i)9 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(b)(i)With the aid of a labelled graph showing blood antibody concentration over time after vaccination, explain THREE ways in which vaccinations work to reduce the spread of diseases.
16. 3(b)(i)4 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(b)(i)Describe the function of the following types of T cells.
17. 3(b)(ii)4 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(b)(ii)Name ONE example of EACH of the following types of immunity. Natural active, Natural passive, Artificial active, Artificial passive.
18. 3(b)(ii)2 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(b)(ii)Distinguish between 'natural active immunity' and 'artificial active immunity'.
19. 3(b)(iii)2 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(b)(iii)Describe the role of vaccination in providing immunity.
20. 3(b)(iv)5 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(b)(iv)Construct an annotated flow chart to explain how the vaccination of children with the MMR vaccine can provide immunity.
21. 3(c)(i)9 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q3 3(c)(i)Relate THREE features of T-cells to their role in the various stages of CAR T-cell immunotherapy.
22. 6(a)(i)3 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q6 6(a)(i)Distinguish between the terms 'active immunity' and 'artificial immunity'.
23. 6(a)(ii)6 marks· Biology · Unit 2 Q6 6(a)(ii)Using examples, explain the role of vaccination in providing immunity to pathogens.
24. 7(a)2 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2003 · Paper 1Name the type of therapy mentioned in the passage and explain what effect it would have on the newborn baby.
25. 7(b)1 mark· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2003 · Paper 1A mother whose first child died of SCID asks during her second pregnancy to check the foetus. Name ONE method which the doctor could use to determine if the foetus was affected.
26. 7(c)1 mark· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2003 · Paper 1In SCID disorder, stem cells are isolated, genetically modified, and re-injected. Give ONE other method by which genetically modified genes can be introduced into the body.
27. 9(a)(i)2 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2005 · Paper 2State briefly what is meant by a humoral immune response.
28. 9(a)(ii)2 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2005 · Paper 2State briefly what is meant by a cell mediated immune response.
29. 9(b)6 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2005 · Paper 2Explain what is meant by the term 'monoclonal antibody' and describe the use of monoclonal antibodies in ONE diagnosis and ONE treatment procedure.
30. 9(c)(i)6 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2005 · Paper 2Distinguish between the two methods by which artificial immunity can be acquired and suggest the advantages and disadvantages of this type of immunity.
31. 9(c)(ii)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2005 · Paper 2With reference to the immune response generated, indicate how artificial immunity is beneficial to young children.
32. 8(a)(i)2 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2006 · Paper 2Describe the mode of action of phagocytes.
33. 8(a)(ii)2 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2006 · Paper 2Describe the mode of action of plasma cells.
34. 8(b)6 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2006 · Paper 2Distinguish between B and T lymphocytes in relation to their origin and maturation process.
35. 8(c)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2006 · Paper 2What convincing points could Chloe make to explain why the test is accurate and based on sound technology?
36. 8(d)6 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2006 · Paper 2Active artificial immunity and passive artificial immunity are two methods of controlling disease. Compare TWO situations in which EACH of these methods is used to BEST advantage, giving examples to support your…
37. 6(a)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2008 (Rest of Region) · Paper 2Provide an annotated diagram of an antibody molecule relating its most important structural features to its functions.
38. 6(b)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2008 (Rest of Region) · Paper 2Distinguish between and describe the modes of action of mature B and T cells in humoral and cell-mediated immune responses.
39. 6(b)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2009 · Paper 2Distinguish between 'natural' and 'artificial immunity'.
40. 6(c)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2009 · Paper 2Define the term 'monoclonal antibodies' and state THREE benefits of the use of monoclonal antibodies in the diagnosis of diseases.
41. 6(a)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2010 · Paper 2Define the term 'immune response' and distinguish between cell-mediated and humoral immune responses.
42. 6(b)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2010 · Paper 2Discuss the maturation of B and T cells in relation to their specific roles.
43. 6(c)3 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2010 · Paper 2Comment on the use of monoclonal antibodies in home pregnancy tests.
44. 6(d)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2010 · Paper 2Explain the difference between active artificial immunity and passive artificial immunity.
45. Q341 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2011 · Paper 1Which of the following statements is NOT an explanation of the way in which antibodies work to protect the body from pathogens?
46. Q351 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2011 · Paper 1Item 35 refers to the following diagram. Which of the following correctly identifies the structure labelled X in the diagram?
47. Q361 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2011 · Paper 1Item 36 refers to the following diagram. The structure labelled Y is
48. Q371 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2011 · Paper 1Which of the following is true for mast cells?
49. Q411 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2011 · Paper 1Injecting virus antigens into the body results in
50. 6(a)(i)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2011 · Paper 2Distinguish between 'cell-mediated' and 'humoral immune' responses.
51. 6(a)(ii)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2011 · Paper 2Explain the immunological process responsible for Kayla not becoming ill when caring for a baby with measles ten years after her own initial infection.
52. Q341 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 1Which of the following statements is NOT an explanation of the way in which antibodies work to protect the body from pathogens?
53. Q351 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 1Which of the following are common uses of monoclonal antibodies? I. Prevention of transplant rejection II. Early diagnosis of cholera III. Tissue typing for transplants IV. Pregnancy testing
54. Q361 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 1Which of the following immunoglobulins is/are important in the body's first response to an antigen?
55. Q371 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 1The types of immunity being investigated are
56. 6(a)(i)6 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 2Explain the term 'complement', and outline its role in the body's response to invasion by foreign organisms.
57. 6(a)(ii)3 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 2Discuss why redness, warmth, and swelling at the site of entry of foreign organisms are each an indication that the body is attempting to eliminate them.
58. Q341 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 1Which of the following types of lymphocytes do NOT release lymphokines when stimulated?
59. Q351 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 1The monomers that make up the heavy and light chains of an antibody molecule are joined by
60. Q361 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 1Which of the following statements BEST describes the term 'immune response'?
61. Q371 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 1Which of the following is true for mast cells?
62. Q381 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 1A key feature of monoclonal antibodies is that they are manufactured by
63. Q391 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 1Which of the following is NOT an example of the use of monoclonal antibodies?
64. Q411 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 1Injecting virus antigens into the body results in
65. 6(b)(i)3 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 2Describe the origin and maturation of T lymphocytes.
66. 6(b)(ii)6 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2013 · Paper 2State three types of T-cells and outline the main function of each type.
67. Q291 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 1The blood cell labelled X is
68. Q321 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 1Which of the following BEST describes antigens?
69. Q341 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 1T-lymphocytes mature in the
70. Q351 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 1The monomers that make up the heavy and light chains of an antibody molecule are joined by
71. Q361 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 1Which of the following is a possible response of the immune system to an invading pathogen?
72. Q371 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 1Passive artificial immunity is effective but only for a short time. Which of the following is the BEST explanation for this?
73. 3(b)(i)3 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 2On Figure 5, use annotations to describe the steps labelled 1, 2 and 3.
74. 3(b)(ii)3 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 2Outline how a macrophage may act as an antigen-presenting cell.
75. Q331 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 1Which of the following is true for mast cells?
76. Q341 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 1Which of the following is NOT a function of phagocytes in the human body?
77. Q351 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 1Which of the following combinations correctly identifies the labelled regions?
78. Q361 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 1Which of the following is NOT an appropriate definition of the immune response?
79. Q371 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 1Which of the cells, labelled W, X, Y or Z, are plasma cells?
80. Q381 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 1During which of the stages labelled 1, 2, 3 and 4, are cytokines involved?
81. Q391 mark · multiple choice· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 1Which of the following is NOT an example of the use of monoclonal antibodies?
82. 3(b)(i)2 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 2Describe the antibody response shown in Figure 4.
83. 3(b)(ii)1 mark· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 2Explain whether the response shown in Figure 4 is likely to be a primary or secondary response to infection.
84. 3(c)2 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 2Distinguish between active and passive immunity.
85. 3(a)(i)4 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2016 · Paper 2Complete Table 2 by filling in the missing details in the relevant spaces.
86. 3(a)(ii)3 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2016 · Paper 2Explain why a person is unlikely to be reinfected after an initial infection with measles.
87. 6(b)8 marks· CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2018 · Paper 2Joseph contracts dengue fever and recovers. Three months later, he goes to another town to take care of his grandmother who is suffering from dengue fever. He decides to take her to the hospital where both his blood and…