Bones and muscles of the lower leg and foot

Which bone in the lower leg is also known as the shin bone?

• Fibula

• Tibia

• Metatarsals

• Phalanges

What is the primary function of the fibula in the lower leg?

• Takes the body's weight

• Protects the outside of the ankle

• Connects to the big toe

• Supports the knee joint

How many tarsal bones make up the ankle in each foot?

• 5

• 7

• 10

• 14

What are the long bones of the foot that support the arches called?

• Tarsals

• Phalanges

• Metatarsals

• Fibula

How many phalanges are there in each foot?

• 5

• 7

• 10

• 14

How is the foot mainly moved?

• By the muscles of the upper leg

• By the muscles of the lower leg pulling on tendons

• By the muscles of the arm

• By the muscles of the back

Which muscle forms the bulk of the calf at the back of the lower leg?

• Soleus

• Tibialis anterior

• Gastrocnemius

• Extensor digitorum longus

What is the primary action of the Gastrocnemius muscle?

• Flexes the foot inwards

• Extends and points the toes down

• Balances the foot

• Flexes the upper leg

Where is the Soleus muscle located?

• Above the Gastrocnemius

• Underneath the Gastrocnemius

• In front of the Tibialis anterior

• Behind the Extensor digitorum longus

What function does the Soleus muscle primarily serve?

• Flexes the lower leg

• Balances and flexes the foot inwards

• Extends the toes

• Rotates the ankle