Human Skeleton Quiz

How many bones are there in the human skeleton at birth?

• 206

• 270

• 80

• 126

Which part of the human skeleton is the mainframe of the body?

• Axial skeleton

• Appendicular skeleton

• Pectoral girdle

• Pelvic girdle

What is the function of the skeleton that allows movement?

• Support

• Protection

• Blood formation

• Movement

Which bones make up the pectoral girdle?

• Clavicle and scapular

• Pelvis

• Humerus and ulna

• Femur and tibia

How many joints are there in the human body?

• 150

• 206

• 270

• 80

What is the function of cartilage in a joint?

• To hold the joining bones together

• To produce red blood cells

• To allow movement

• To serve as a shock absorber

Which type of joint allows movement in all directions?

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Gliding joint

• Pivot joint

Which type of joint allows only backward and forward movements?

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Gliding joint

• Pivot joint

Which type of joint allows little or no movement of the bones?

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Gliding joint

• Immovable joint