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5L6 Skeletal System Classification of Joints

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 30mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which type of joint connects our vertebrae (backbones)?

a)

Fibrous

b)

Cartilaginous

c)

Synovial

2.

Which type of joint connects our skull bones?

a)

Fibrous

b)

Cartilaginous

c)

Synovial

3.

Which type of cartilage is found between bones?

a)

Fibrous

b)

Elastic

c)

Hyaline

4.

What is the function of synovial fluid?

a)

increase friction between joints

b)

reduce friction between joints

c)

allow substances to flow through joints

5.

Which type of synovial joint is located in where the clavicle attaches to the humerus and scapula?

a)

Ball & Socket

b)

Plane

c)

Hinge

d)

Saddle

6.

Which type of synovial joint is located in the thumb?

a)

Ball & Socket

b)

Plane

c)

Hinge

d)

Saddle

7.

Which type of synovial joint moves in a circular motion?

a)

Ball & Socket

b)

Plane

c)

Hinge

d)

Saddle

8.

Which type of synovial joint twists and is located in the neck?

a)

Ball & Socket

b)

Pivot

c)

Hinge

d)

Condyloid

9.

Which type of synovial joint allows a flick of the wrist?

a)

Ball & Socket

b)

Pivot

c)

Hinge

d)

Condyloid

10.

Which type of synovial joint is found in the elbows and knees (acts like a door)?

a)

Ball & Socket

b)

Pivot

c)

Hinge

d)

Condyloid