Anatomy Directional Terms Quiz

Which plane divides the body into superior and inferior parts?

• Coronal

• Sagittal

• Transverse

• Oblique

Which directional term means closer to the head?

• Inferior

• Superior

• Anterior

• Posterior

The term “medial” refers to which of the following?

• Away from the midline

• Closer to the midline

• Closer to the surface

• Farther from the surface

Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts?

• Sagittal

• Transverse

• Coronal

• Oblique

If a structure is closer to the point of attachment to the trunk, it is described as:

• Distal

• Proximal

• Lateral

• Medial

What directional term describes the front of the body?

• Dorsal

• Anterior

• Posterior

• Superior

The term “distal” means:

• Closer to the trunk

• Away from the trunk

• Toward the head

• Toward the feet

Which plane would you use to separate the right and left halves of the brain?

• Coronal

• Sagittal

• Transverse

• Oblique

What does “inferior” mean in anatomical terms?

• Above or higher

• Below or lower

• Towards the front

• Towards the back

The term “posterior” refers to which part of the body?

• Front

• Side

• Back

• Bottom