Muscular System

Multiple Select

Which of the following are functions of the muscular system?

• To produce hormones

• To move food through the digestive system

• To create movement by working with bones, ligaments, and tendons

• To provide protection to inner organs

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between the origin and insertion of a muscle?

• Origin moves, insertion does not

• Origin does not move, insertion moves

• Both origin and insertion move

• Neither origin nor insertion move

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function or characteristic of muscle tone?

• Muscles are partially contracted at all times

• Allows for a state of readiness

• Atrophy or loss of muscle tone

• Increases bone density

Multiple Choice

Which muscles are located in the upper arm and are responsible for flexing the lower arm?

• Sternocleidomastoid

• Biceps Brachii

• Pectoralis Major

• Rectus Abdominis

Multiple Choice

Which muscle is found in the front of the lower leg and is responsible for flexing and inverting the foot?

• Quadriceps Femoris

• Tibialis Anterior

• Sartorius

• Pectoralis Major

Multiple Choice

Which muscle is responsible for extending and adducting the lower arm?

• Trapezius

• Deltoid

• Triceps Brachii

• Latissimus Dorsi

Multiple Choice

Which of the following muscles is located in the buttocks and is an injection site?

• Latissimus Dorsi

• Gluteus Maximus

• Gastrocnemius

• Hamstrings

Multiple Choice

Which of the following conditions is characterized by chronic widespread pain and can affect the whole body?

• Fibromyalgia

• Muscular dystrophy

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Muscle Spasm

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of connective tissue in the muscular system?

• To hold bundles of muscle fibers together

• To transmit nerve impulses

• To provide energy to muscles

• To produce red blood cells