Parts of the Eye Worksheet

Parts of the Eye

Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the diagram of the eye to help you answer the questions.

Study the diagram of the human eye below and answer the questions that follow.

1. Label the following parts of the eye on the diagram above: Cornea, Pupil, Iris, Lens, Retina, Optic Nerve.

2. Which part of the eye is responsible for controlling the amount of light that enters?

3. The optic nerve transmits signals from the eye to the:

4. The clear outer layer of the eye that protects it is called the  .

5. The   focuses light onto the retina.

6. The retina is located at the front of the eye.

7. The pupil is a muscle that opens and closes to adjust to light.

8. Briefly explain the function of the retina.

9. How does the iris work with the pupil to control light entry into the eye?