The Human Skeleton

The human skeleton is made up of ___________ bones.

• 200

• 206

• 260

The point at which the bones meet is called a ____________.

• Fracture

• Tendon

• Joint

The bone located in the upper part of the arm is called the _____________.

• Humerus

• Scapula

• Radius

The part of the skeleton which protects the brain is known as the _____________.

• Mandible

• Sternum

• Skull

The patella is another name for the __________.

• Knee cap

• Elbow

• Carpal

These bones protect your heart, lungs and liver.

• Ulna

• Ribs

• Cranium

The strongest and largest bone in the body is called the __________.

• Fibula

• Metacarpal

• Femur

The skeleton is responsible for ALL of the following EXCEPT__________.

• Producing Blood Cells

• Giving the body it’s shape

• Providing the body with oxygen

When the skeleton breaks it is called a ___________.

• Bruise

• Fracture

• Sprain

The skull is connected to the _________.

• Spine

• Collarbone

• Tibia