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During swallowing, which structure aids the epiglottis in closing off the trachea?
  a. the glottis
  b. the esophagus
  c. the vocal cords
  d. the pharynx
  e. the soft palate

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During the process of swallowing, the
  a. esophagus is temporarily closed by the glottis.
  b. epiglottis closes the trachea leading to the lungs.
  c. pharynx restricts food entry to the esophagus.
  d. epiglottis seals the esophagus.
  e. glottis seals the esophagus.
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