Understanding Synovial Joints and Movements

Which of the following is NOT a type of synovial joint?

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Suture joint

• Pivot joint

What type of synovial joint allows movement in all directions, including rotation?

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Saddle joint

• Gliding joint

Which movement describes decreasing the angle between two bones at a joint?

• Extension

• Flexion

• Abduction

• Rotation

The knee is an example of which type of synovial joint?

• Ball and socket joint

• Hinge joint

• Pivot joint

• Saddle joint

Which of the following movements is possible at a pivot joint?

• Flexion and extension

• Rotation

• Abduction and adduction

• Circumduction

Which joint movement involves moving a limb away from the midline of the body?

• Adduction

• Abduction

• Flexion

• Extension

What is the main function of ligaments in synovial joints?

• To produce synovial fluid

• To connect muscle to bone

• To connect bone to bone and stabilise joints

• To absorb shock

Which of the following joints has the greatest range of motion?

• Shoulder joint

• Elbow joint

• Ankle joint

• Wrist joint

Which type of synovial joint is found at the base of the thumb, allowing a wide range of movement?

• Hinge joint

• Saddle joint

• Pivot joint

• Plane joint

What is the name of the movement when the palm of the hand is turned upwards?

• Pronation

• Supination

• Flexion

• Extension