Science Assessment

Write the letter of the definition from the Column B on the line that best matches the word in Column A.

What protects your heart and lungs?

• Skull

• Ribcage

• Pelvis

• Spine

What do joints do?

• Help bones grow

• Protect the muscles

• Allow bones to move

• Connect muscles to bones

What should you do to keep your muscles strong and healthy?

• Eat lots of candy

• Stay still all day

• Exercise and eat healthy

• Sleep all day

How many bones do we have as adults?

• 100

• 206

• 300

• 150

How many muscles do we have in our body?

• 200

• 500

• 600

• 1000

What connects muscles to bones?

• Ligaments

• Joints

• Tendons

• Cartilage

Which activity helps keep your bones, muscles, and joints strong?

• Watching TV

• Running and jumping

• Sleeping

• Sitting all day

What food helps your muscles and bones stay strong?

• Candy and chips

• Fruits, vegetables, and proteins

• Sodas and cookies

• Ice cream and cake

We have over __________ muscles in our body.