HUBS 191: Musculoskeletal System Quiz

What is the primary function of synovial joints?

• To produce red blood cells

• To store calcium

• To allow movement between bones

• To connect muscles to bones

Which type of lever is effective at overcoming heavy loads?

• First class lever

• Fourth class lever

• Second class lever

• Third class lever

What is the role of an agonist muscle?

• To neutralize unwanted movement

• To stabilize a joint

• To create movement

• To oppose movement

Which muscle is responsible for elbow flexion?

• Quadriceps femoris

• Triceps brachii

• Deltoid

• Biceps brachii

What type of muscle contraction results in no change in muscle length?

• Isometric

• Isotonic

• Eccentric

• Concentric

Which muscle group is involved in hip extension?

• Quadriceps femoris

• Hamstrings

• Iliopsoas

• Tibialis anterior

What is the insertion point of the triceps brachii?

• Olecranon process of ulna

• Radial tuberosity

• Deltoid tuberosity

• Tibial tuberosity

Which muscle is responsible for ankle dorsiflexion?

• Gluteus maximus

• Gastrocnemius

• Soleus

• Tibialis anterior

What is the role of neutralizer muscles?

• To stop unwanted movement

• To create movement

• To oppose movement

• To hold a joint still

Which muscle originates from the scapula and clavicle and is involved in shoulder abduction?

• Biceps brachii

• Triceps brachii

• Deltoid

• Iliopsoas