Upper Limbs Origin and Insertion Quiz

What muscle inserts on the humerus and originates on the clavicle and sternum

• deltoid

• brachioradialis

• pectoralis major

• biceps brachii

Which muscle inserts on the deltoid tuberosity of the humerus?

• latissimus dorsi

• brachialis

• brachioradialis

• deltoid

Which muscle extends, adducts, and applies medial rotation of the arm

• biceps brachii

• deltoid

• latissimus dorsi

• brachialis

Where does the deltoid originate from?

• end of clavicle and scapula

• clavicle and sternum

• scapula

• humerus

Which elbow muscle provides extension of the forearm?

• biceps brachii

• triceps brachii

• brachialis

• brachioradialis

This muscle is located on the upper chest and function in adduction and flexion of the arm

• latissimus dorsi

• brachialis

• deltoid

• pectoralis major

What does the latissimus dorsi insert on?

• radius

• ulna

• humerus

• scapula

What is the origin of the brachioradialis?

• scapula

• distal half of humerus

• lateral ridge of humerus

• head of scapula

Which muscle inserts on the radial tuberosity?

• biceps brachii

• triceps brachii

• brachialis

• brachioradialis

Which muscle inserts on the coronoid process and tuberosity of the ulna?

• brachialis

• brachioradialis

• biceps brachii

• triceps brachii