Intro to Human Movements

What is the primary function of the skeletal system in human movement?

• Producing energy

• ) Protecting vital organs

• Providing structure and support for muscles to attach

• Regulating body temperature

Which of the following muscles is responsible for bending the elbow?

• Biceps

• Quadriceps

• Triceps

• Gluteus maximus

What is the term for the ability of a joint to move through its full range of motion?

• Strength

• Flexibility

• Endurance

• Power

Which of the following refers to movement that decreases the angle between two body parts?

• Extension

• Rotation

• Flexion

• Pronation

The movement of a limb away from the midline of the body is called:

• Adduction

• Flexion

• Extension

• Abduction

The primary muscle involved in the extension of the knee joint is:

• Hamstrings

• Biceps

• Quadriceps

• Latissimus dorsi

Which of these is an example of an isometric exercise?

• Squat

• Plank

• Push-up

• Bicep curl

What is the role of ligaments in human movement?

• Connecting muscles to bones

• Generating energy for muscle contraction

• stabilize the joint or hold the ends of two bones together

• none of the above

Function of the skeletal system in term of physiological, except.

• provides a site for blood formation

• plays a role in our immune system

• give support to the body

• stores and releases minerals and fats

A circular movement at a joint, such as the shoulder or hip, is called:

• Circumduction

• Rotation

• Flexion

• Supination