Unit 1.2 Review 24-25

The ligament that runs along the outside of the knee, providing lateral stability, is called:

• MCL
• LCL
• PCL
• ACL

The ligament that is on the anterior side of the body, connecting the femur to the tibia

• MCL
• LCL
• PCL
• ACL

Why is it important to assess and maintain range of motion in individuals, especially those with limited mobility?

• To increase muscle mass
• b) To prevent joint injuries
• To reduce cardiovascular risk
• To promote relaxation

Which joint movement is described as decreasing the angle between two bones?

• Flexion
• Extension
• Abduction
• Adduction

Which term refers to the maximum distance a joint should be extended or flexed to perform a movement effectively?

• Flexibility
• Range of Motion
• Extension limit
• Joint capacity

What does ROM stand for in the context of human movement?

• Range of Muscles
• Range of Motion
• Rotation of Movement
• Repetition of Motion

Which type of muscle tissue is striated and under voluntary control?

• Skeletal muscle
• Cardiac muscle
• Smooth muscle
• Involuntary muscle

Which type of muscle tissue is found in the walls of the heart?

• Skeletal muscle
• Cardiac muscle
• Smooth muscle
• Striated muscle

The ligament that connects the femur and tibia on the inner side of the knee and helps stabilize the joint is:

• ACL
• MCL
• PCL
• LCL

What is the primary function of the sliding filament theory in muscle contraction?

• a) To generate ATP
• b) To maintain body temperature
• c) To shorten muscle fibers
• d) To increase blood flow