Unit 2: Skeletal System Quiz

Which bone is the longest and strongest bone in the human body?

• Cranium

• Femur

• Tibia

• Radius

What is the primary function of the femur in the human body?

• Protection of the brain

• Support and movement

• Blood circulation

• Digestion

Which part of the human body does the femur connect to at its proximal end?

• Pelvis

• Skull

• Humerus

• Scapula

In which part of the human body is the femur located?

• Arm

• Leg

• Chest

• Head

The “sternum” is a very important bone that protects the _____________.

• Brain

• Heart

• Lungs

• Liver

The medullary cavity of an 8-year old boy's femur would likely be filled with

• periosteum

• yellow bone marrow

• compact bone tissue

• red bone marrow

Turning your head from side to side uses what type of joint?

• saddle

• ball and socket

• hinge

• pivot

• gliding

Writing a letter uses all of the following types of joints EXCEPT

• saddle

• ball and socket

• hinge

• pivot

• gliding

Can you label the following bones?

• no, but I will before the test

• yes, who doesn't?

The knee joint is

• Hinge
• Gliding
• Ball and socket
• Pivot