ACL and Knee Anatomy Quiz

What is the most common cause of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear?

• Sudden change in direction or pivot

• Genetic predisposition

• Wearing improper footwear

• Lack of exercise

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of an ACL tear?

• Pain

• Fever

• Swelling

• Limited range of motion

Which imaging technique is commonly used to diagnose an ACL tear?

• CT scan

• X-ray

• Ultrasound

• MRI

What is the initial treatment for an ACL tear?

• Surgical repair

• Rest and ice

• Physical therapy

• Conservative management

Which ligament is commonly injured along with the ACL?

• PCL

• LCL

• Patellar tendon

• MCL

Which bone is NOT part of the knee joint?

• femur

• patella

• fibula

• tibia

Which meniscus is more commonly injured in association with an ACL tear?

• medial meniscus

• anterior meniscus

• posterior meniscus

• lateral meniscus

Which ligament prevents the tibia from sliding too far forward in relation to the femur?

• LCL

• MCL

• PCL

• ACL

Which structure connects the quadriceps muscle to the patella?

• patellar ligament

• achilles tendon

• hamstring tendon

• quadriceps tendon

What is the most common cause of a posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear?

• Twisting the knee while the foot is planted

• Falling on an outstretched hand

• Overuse or repetitive stress on the knee

• Direct blow to the front of the knee while the knee is bent