Human Body: Bones, Joints, and Ligaments Worksheet

Which one of the following bone classifications is most suitable for weight bearing activities?

• Long bone

• Flat bone

• Short bone

• Irregular bone

Which one of the following is a region of the vertebral column?

• Clavicle

• Pelvis

• Cervical

• Sternum

Which one of the following is the correct classification of the knee joint?

• Pivot

• Ball and socket

• Condyloid

• Hinge

Which one of the following correctly states the role of ligaments?

• Join bone to bone

• Join muscle to bone

• Join tendons to muscles

• Join muscle to muscle

Which one of the following blood vessels takes oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body?

• Pulmonary vein

• Pulmonary artery

• Aorta

• Vena cava

Identify where gas exchange takes place.

• Bronchi

• Alveoli

• Bronchioles

• Diaphragm

Which one of the following performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) is an athlete most likely to take to increase their power or strength?

• Beta blockers

• Anabolic steroids

• Diuretics

• Narcotic analgesics

Which one of the following PEDs is an athlete most likely to take to increase oxygen delivery to their muscles?

• Stimulants

• Erythropoietin (EPO)

• Growth hormones (GH)

• Beta blockers

Figure 1 shows the muscular system while running. Complete Table 1 by identifying the muscle labelled A in Figure 1.

• Deltoid

• Biceps femoris

• Rectus abdominis

• Gastrocnemius

Complete Table 1 by stating the role of the muscle labelled A in Figure 1.

• Raises the arm or shoulder movement

• Bends the knee

• Extends the leg

• Flexes the wrist