Human Skeletal System Quiz

What is the main function of the human skeleton?

• To help with digestion

• To produce energy

• To help with breathing

• To provide support and protect organs

How many bones are there in the adult human skeleton?

• 206

• 300

• 150

• 250

What type of joint allows for movement?

• Movable joint

• Immovable joint

• Pivotal joint

• Fixed joint

Which part of the skeleton protects the brain?

• Pelvis

• Rib cage

• Skull

• Spine

What is the longest bone in the human body?

• Humerus

• Femur

• Tibia

• Radius

What connects muscles to bones?

• Tendons

• Nerves

• Ligaments

• Cartilage

What is the name of the bone that forms the base of the spine?

• Coccyx

• Sacrum

• Thoracic

• Lumbar

Which type of bone is the scapula?

• Short bone

• Long bone

• Flat bone

• Irregular bone

What is the purpose of the vertebral discs?

• To connect the ribs

• To allow movement and absorb shock

• To protect the heart

• To store fat

What type of joint is found in the knee?

• Ball and socket

• Fixed

• Hinge

• Pivot