THE SKELETAL SYSTEM

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

• Helps your body move

• Send oxygen to the body

• Protect your organs

• Give your body shape and structure

The skeletal system works with the ______________ to help your body move.

• digestive system

• circulatory system

• respiratory system

• muscular system

What does bone marrow make?

• blood cells

• urea

• bone cells

• oxygen

What part of the skeleton protects the heart, lungs, and stomach?

• rib cage

• femur

• skull

• spine

Where is the femur located in the body?

• arm

• shoulder

• leg

• foot

How many bones are in an adult?

• 200

• 203

• 206

• 209

The joint that moves in one direction, like a door

• ball and socket joint

• hinge joint

• pivot joint

• gliding joint

The joint in which bones slip over other bones, allowing free movement.

• ball and socket joint

• hinge joint

• pivot joint

• gliding joint

This attaches bone to muscle.

• cartilage

• tendon

• ligament

This attaches bone to bone

• cartilage

• tendon

• ligament