Skeletal System Quiz

What is the backbone also known as?

• Femur

• Vertebral column

• Tibia

• Humerus

Where is cartilage found in young adults?

• In the heart and lungs

• In the outer part of ears and nose

• In the stomach and intestines

• In the liver and kidneys

What is the purpose of membranes around some joints?

• Store minerals

• Produce blood cells

• Secrete fluid that lubricates the joint

• Store fat

What is a sprain?

• A broken bone

• An overstretched or torn ligament

• A dislocated joint

• A torn muscle

What is the treatment for a dislocation?

• Ice and rest

• Surgery

• Putting bones back in place

• Medication

What type of injury involves serious damage to the cartilage between bones?

• Fracture

• Sprain

• Torn cartilage

• Dislocation

What should you do to prevent joint injuries during physical activities?

• Skip warm-up exercises

• Use proper warm-up and stretching exercises

• Only exercise once a week

• Avoid all physical activities

What is the function of skeletal muscles?

• To pump blood

• To move bones

• To digest food

• To circulate blood

What is the primary function of cardiac muscle?

• To move bones

• To digest food

• To pump blood

• To circulate air

What is tendonitis?

• A type of muscle growth

• A condition with pain in the forearm

• A method to increase endurance

• A harmless muscle soreness