Joints and Synovial Joint Worksheet

Which of the following is a type of fibrous joint?

• Synchondrosis

• Suture

• Symphysis

• Saddle joint

What structure within a synovial joint reduces friction between articulating surfaces?

• Bursae

• Articular cartilage

• Synovial membrane

• Ligaments

Which type of movement is allowed by a hinge joint?

• Rotation

• Flexion and extension

• Abduction and adduction

• Circumduction

What type of joint connects the first rib to the sternum?

• Symphysis

• Synovial

• Synchondrosis

• Suture

Which component of a synovial joint secretes synovial fluid?

• Ligaments

• Synovial membrane

• Tendons

• Articular cartilage

Which type of synovial joint permits the widest range of motion?

• Plane joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Pivot joint

• Condyloid joint

What is the primary cause of osteoarthritis?

• Autoimmune dysfunction

• Degeneration of articular cartilage

• Bacterial infection

Which term describes the movement of a limb away from the midline of the body?

• Flexion

• Abduction

• Adduction

• Extension

Which joint type is classified as amphiarthrosis?

• Synovial joint

• Fibrous joint

• Cartilaginous joint

• Plane joint

Which condition is characterised by inflammation of the synovial membrane?

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Osteoarthritis

• Gout

• Bursitis