Quiz on the Skeletal System

What is the main function of bones?

• To store water

• To provide structure and support

• To produce energy

• To help with digestion

How many bones does an adult human have?

• 300

• 270

• 206

• 150

What type of bone is the femur?

• Irregular bone

• Short bone

• Long bone

• Flat bone

What do ligaments do?

• Connect bones to other bones

• Store minerals

• Connect muscles to bones

• Protect organs

Which joint allows movement in many directions?

• Hinge joint

• Ball-and-socket joint

• Gliding joint

• Pivot joint

What is cartilage?

• A type of muscle

• A smooth tissue at joints

• A type of bone

• A type of blood cell

What do bones store that is important for strength?

• Water

• Oxygen

• Minerals

• Fat

What is the role of bone marrow?

• To connect bones

• To store fat

• To produce blood cells

• To protect organs

What type of joint is found in the elbow?

• Gliding joint

• Hinge joint

• Ball-and-socket joint

• Pivot joint

What helps keep bones healthy?

• Eating junk food

• Sleeping all day

• Regular exercise

• Avoiding sunlight