Shoulder Joints and Ligaments
9th - 12th Grade
•30 Qs
Similar activities
Edexcel GCSE PE - Muscular System and types of movement
12th Grade
•25 Qs
IB SEHS Topic 1 Review
9th Grade - University
•31 Qs
Knee Anatomy Mid Term Review
9th - 12th Grade
•25 Qs
P.E 1
11th Grade
•25 Qs
Anatomy
10th Grade
•25 Qs
QUIZZ PPT QUESTIONS
11th Grade
•25 Qs
BTEC L3 Revision
11th Grade - University
•25 Qs
OCR GCSE PE - Skeletal System
8th - 12th Grade
•25 Qs
Shoulder Joints and Ligaments
Quiz
•
Physical Ed
•
9th - 12th Grade
•
Practice Problem
•
Easy
Jackie Harpham
Used 256+ times
FREE Resource
About this resource
This quiz focuses on the anatomical structures and biomechanics of the shoulder complex, specifically targeting identification of shoulder joints and their associated ligaments. Appropriate for grades 9-12, this assessment requires students to demonstrate mastery of advanced anatomical terminology and spatial relationships within the shoulder girdle. Students must differentiate between the four primary joints of the shoulder complex (glenohumeral, scapulothoracic, sternoclavicular, and acromioclavicular), identify specific ligaments by their anatomical locations, and understand the functional relationships between structure and movement. The questions progress from basic joint identification to more complex concepts including joint classification, stability versus mobility trade-offs, and the specialized function of structures like the glenoid labrum and transverse humeral ligament. Success on this quiz demands memorization of precise anatomical vocabulary, visual recognition skills for identifying structures in diagrams, and conceptual understanding of how anatomical design relates to joint function and movement limitations. Created by Jackie Harpham, a Physical Education teacher in the US who teaches grades 9-12. This comprehensive assessment serves multiple instructional purposes throughout a human anatomy or sports medicine unit. Teachers can deploy this quiz as a formative assessment to gauge student understanding before moving to more complex biomechanical concepts, or use it as a summative evaluation following direct instruction on shoulder anatomy. The format works excellently for review sessions before major exams, as homework to reinforce classroom learning, or as a warm-up activity to activate prior knowledge before hands-on laboratory work. The quiz aligns with national health education standards including NHES 1 (comprehending concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention) and supports state physical education standards that emphasize understanding body systems and injury prevention. This assessment particularly strengthens students' foundation for advanced coursework in exercise science, athletic training, or pre-health programs where detailed anatomical knowledge is essential.
See more
Enhance your content in a minute
30 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Name this joint of the shoulder complex.
Glenohumeral (GH)
Scapulothoracic (ST)
Sternoclavicular (SC)
Acromioclavicular (AC)
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Name this joint of the shoulder complex.
Glenohumeral (GH)
Scapulothoracic (ST)
Sternoclavicular (SC)
Acromioclavicular (AC)
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Name this joint of the shoulder complex.
Glenohumeral (GH)
Scapulothoracic (ST)
Sternoclavicular (SC)
Acromioclavicular (AC)
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Name this joint of the shoulder complex.
Glenohumeral (GH)
Scapulothoracic (ST)
Sternoclavicular (SC)
Acromioclavicular (AC)
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What joint is formed between the sternum and the clavicle?
Glenohumeral (GH)
Scapulothoracic (ST)
Sternoclavicular (SC)
Acromioclavicular (AC)
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What joint is formed between the acromion process and the clavicle?
Glenohumeral (GH)
Scapulothoracic (ST)
Sternoclavicular (SC)
Acromioclavicular (AC)
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What joint is formed between the head of the humerus and the glenoid fossa?
Glenohumeral (GH)
Scapulothoracic (ST)
Sternoclavicular (SC)
Acromioclavicular (AC)
Create a free account and access millions of resources
Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
Continue with Google
Continue with Email
Continue with Classlink
Continue with Clever
or continue with
Microsoft
%20(1).png)
Apple
Others
Already have an account?
Similar Resources on Wayground
25 questions
OCR GCSE PE - Skeletal System
Quiz
•
8th - 12th Grade
25 questions
Edexcel GCSE PE - Muscular System and types of movement
Quiz
•
12th Grade
31 questions
IB SEHS Topic 1 Review
Quiz
•
9th Grade - University
25 questions
Knee Anatomy Mid Term Review
Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
25 questions
P.E 1
Quiz
•
11th Grade
26 questions
Paper One GCSE PE
Quiz
•
10th Grade
30 questions
P.E 11 FINAL EXAM
Quiz
•
11th Grade
35 questions
PE IGCSE chapter 1-5
Quiz
•
10th - 11th Grade
Popular Resources on Wayground
5 questions
This is not a...winter edition (Drawing game)
Quiz
•
1st - 5th Grade
15 questions
4:3 Model Multiplication of Decimals by Whole Numbers
Quiz
•
5th Grade
25 questions
Multiplication Facts
Quiz
•
5th Grade
10 questions
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Chapters 1 & 2
Quiz
•
4th Grade
12 questions
Unit 4 Review Day
Quiz
•
3rd Grade
10 questions
Identify Iconic Christmas Movie Scenes
Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
20 questions
Christmas Trivia
Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
18 questions
Kids Christmas Trivia
Quiz
•
KG - 5th Grade
Discover more resources for Physical Ed
42 questions
Team Sports
Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
50 questions
District 205 Pre/Post Test Version 3
Quiz
•
10th - 12th Grade
44 questions
REC Activities
Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
20 questions
Cardiac Arrest and CPR Quiz
Quiz
•
12th Grade
20 questions
Physical Education - Semester Exam
Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
35 questions
Power weightlifting 2025
Quiz
•
12th Grade
21 questions
Holiday Trivia
Lesson
•
12th Grade
4 questions
Drugs and Alcohol
Quiz
•
9th Grade