Muscular System Quiz

What are the structures that connect muscles to bones?

• Ligaments

• Tendons

• Cartilage

• Fascia

What is the study of the muscular system known as?

• Musculature

• Moscology

• Myology

• Mycology

How many types of muscle tissue exist in the human body?

• Two

• Five

• Three

• Four

What percentage of the human body is composed of muscles?

• 40-50%

• 50-60%

• 30-40%

• 60-70%

Which muscle is the largest in the human body?

• Biceps

• Gluteus Maximus

• Trapezius

• Quadriceps

Which muscle operates under the autonomic nervous system?

• Diaphragm

• Cardiac Muscle

• Skeletal Muscle

• Smooth Muscle

Which muscle is known as the longest in the human body?

• Gastrocnemius

• Trapezius

• Sartorius

• Rectus Femoris

What is the common name for the gastrocnemius muscle?

• Calf Muscle

• Thigh Muscle

• Arm Muscle

• Neck Muscle

Which proteins are involved in muscle contraction?

• Actin and Myosin

• Elastin and Myoglobin

• Collagen and Keratin

• Pectin and Fibrin

How many pairs of muscles are responsible for jaw movement?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three