Appendicular Skeleton Quiz

Which bone is the longest and strongest bone of the body?

• Humerus

• Femur

• Radius

• Ulna

How many metacarpals are there in the palm?

• Four

• Five

• Three

• Six

Which bone is joined to the lower end of the femur?

• Patella

• Clavicle

• Scapula

• Ilium

What is the function of the hip girdle?

• Support the skull

• Protect and support abdominal organs

• Connect the humerus and ulna

• Aid in breathing

How does the female pelvis differ from the male pelvis?

• It is shorter and straight

• It is wider and trough-shaped

• It is narrower and round-shaped

• It is longer and curved

Which type of joint allows very little movement between the two bones?

• Gliding joint

• Pivot joint

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

Where do synovial joints occur in the body?

• Between the thigh bones

• Between the skull bones

• Between the vertebrae

• Between the wrist bones

What is the function of synovial fluid in the joints?

• To protect the abdominal organs

• To hold the bones firmly in position

• To remove friction between the bones

• To provide support to the bones

Which joint allows rotation about an axis?

• Ball and socket joint

• Hinge joint

• Pivot joint

• Gliding joint

What is the function of the shoulder or pectoral girdle?

• Support the hind limbs

• Protect the abdominal organs

• Articulate the limb bones to the axial skeleton

• Provide support to the skull