WorksheetsThe Skeletal System
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
The skeletal system is made up of what?
bones
red blood cells
muscles
candy
Select each function of the skeletal system.
support the body
feed the body
protect organs inside the body
helps move the body
How many bones are in the body?
150
over 200
200
199
What are bones made of?
cartilage
blood vessels
marrow
bone tissue
Which part of the bone makes red blood cells?
cartilage
marrow
outer covering
pelvis
Which part of the bone carries oxygen and food?
marrow
cartilage
blood vessels
outer covering
Which part of the bone is found at the end of the bone and protects it?
cartilage
blood vessels
outer covering
marrow
The backbone is made up of which bones?
ribs
leg bones
vertebrae
skull
What part of the skeletal system is located at the top of the backbone?
vertebrae
rib cage
skull
pelvis
What part of the skeletal system is located at the bottom of the backbone?
pelvis
skull
ribs
arms
Which bones are attached to the pelvis?
arm bones
ribs
backbone
leg bones
The ribs are attached to which bone?
pelvis
backbone
shoulder
nose
Which two organs does the ribs protect?
heart
stomach
lungs
tongue
What does the skull protect?
stomach
lungs
heart
brain
How many joint types are found in the skeletal system?
1
2
5
4
Which joint type does not move?
ball and socket
hinge joint
pivot joint
fixed joint
What joint type is located in the neck?
hinge joint
pivot joint
ball and socket joint
sliding joint
What joint type moves the elbows and knees?
sliding joint
fixed joint
hinge joint
ball and socket joint
Where do you find the sliding joint?
backbone
hip
skull
pelvis
Which two locations will you find the ball and socket joints
arms and elbows
knees and hips
skull and neck
shoulders and hips
