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Chapter 06: The Muscular System

Total questions: 80

Worksheet time: 38mins

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Class
Date
1.

During a biology class, Arjun and Ava were discussing which system in the human body is responsible for providing structure, support, and enabling movement through the interaction of bones, joints, and muscles. What is the correct answer?

a)

musculoskeletal

b)

musculoneural

c)

skeletoneural

d)

neuromascular

2.

Which type of muscle tissue is primarily responsible for involuntary movements in the walls of hollow organs?

a)

Smooth muscle

b)

Cardiac muscle

c)

Skeletal muscle

d)

Neuro muscle

3.

Grace is studying the human body and wants to know which type of muscle tissue is primarily responsible for involuntary movements in the walls of hollow organs. Can you help her?

a)

Smooth muscle

b)

Cardiac muscle

c)

Skeletal muscle

d)

Neuro muscle

4.

Which system in the human body is responsible for providing structure, support, and enabling movement through the interaction of bones, joints, and muscles?

a)

musculoskeletal

b)

musculoneural

c)

skeletoneural

d)

neuromascular

5.

The naming of the rectus abdominis muscle is based on which characteristic?

a)

Direction of muscle fibers

b)

Muscle function

c)

Muscle size

d)

Muscle origin and insertion

6.

What group of muscles helps in stabilizing joints during physical activities?

a)

stabilizers

b)

agonists

c)

antagonists

d)

synergists

7.

If Mr.Postma is one hand curling 100lbs dumbbell towards his shoulder, besides being a beast, what type of contraction is he performing

a)

Concentric contraction

b)

Eccentric contraction

c)

Isometric contraction

d)

Flexometric contraction

8.

During a gym class, Rohan is learning about how different muscles work together to move his arm. The muscle that is primarily responsible for the movement of his arm is referred to as the

a)

agonist

b)

antagonist

c)

felxor

d)

extensor

9.
When we talk about biceps brachii, the coracoid process and superglenoid tubercle would be considered
a)
origin
b)
insertion
c)
action
d)
retraction
10.

In a biology class, Addison is learning about the structure of muscles. She is curious about the sheath of connective tissue that binds groups of muscle fibres together. What is this sheath called?

a)

perimysium

b)

epimysium

c)

endomysium

d)

dontknowmysium

11.

What is the name of the membrane that surrounds each muscle fiber and lies just beneath the endomysium?

a)

sarcolemma

b)

sarcoplasmic reticulum

c)

sarcomysium

d)

sarcomere

12.

Which protein structure in muscle fibers resembles a double-headed golf club?

a)

myosin

b)

actin

c)

troponin

d)

tropomyosin

13.

When an electrical impulse reaches the neuromuscular junction, which neurotransmitter is primarily responsible for transmitting the signal to the muscle fiber?

a)

acetylcholine

b)

dopamine

c)

serotonin

d)

glutamate

14.
The most severe muscle strain/tear, it may require surgery and rehabilitation, and may take from six to twelve months to fully repair.
a)
third degree
b)
first degree
c)
second degree
d)
fourth degree
15.

During a biology class, Aiden learned that the motor neuron, its axon (pathway), and the muscle fibres it stimulates are together referred to as the

a)

motor unit

b)

neuromuscular junction

c)

reflex arc

d)

neuroaxon junction

16.

What is commonly experienced when you start a new workout routine, modify your exercise plan, or significantly increase the length or intensity of your workouts?

a)

delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).

b)

delayed onset muscular soreness (DOMS).

c)

delayed onset myofibril soreness (DOMS).

d)

delayed onset myosin soreness (DOMS).

17.
It is most frequently felt when you begin a new exercise program, change your exercise routine, or dramatically increase the duration or intensity of your exercise routine.
a)
delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).
b)
delayed onset muscular soreness (DOMS).
c)
delayed onset myofibril soreness (DOMS).
d)
delayed onset myosin soreness (DOMS).
18.

During a biology class experiment, Neha observed that the 'trigger mechanism' for the sliding filament process in muscle contraction is the release of ________ ions when the nerve impulse is transmitted through the muscle fibre.

a)

calcium

b)

carbon

c)

cadium

d)

chlorine

19.
Muscle as a whole contracts. The mechanism by which this is achieved is not through a shortening per se but rather an overlapping of the actin and myosin filaments. This causes the sarcomere to contract (i.e., to shorten). This is known as the
a)
sliding filament theory
b)
muscular sliding theory
c)
motor unit theory
d)
muscle filament theory
20.

Ethan is studying how muscles work and learns that muscle relaxation caused by the re-uptake of calcium ions requires a certain molecule. Which molecule is it?

a)

adenosine triphosphate

b)

adenosine diphosphate

c)

acetylcholine

d)

potassium

21.

During a biology class, Olivia was learning about the muscular system. Her teacher explained that the _________________ system is a network of interconnecting rings, each of which surrounds a myofibril, and serves as a link between the outside of the muscle fibre and the actin and myosin deeper inside. What is this system called?

a)

transverse tubulae

b)

monosynaptic tubulae

c)

sarcomere tubulae

d)

actomyosin tubulae

22.

Aiden accidentally touches a hot stove and quickly pulls his hand back. In this reflex action, the second part of the reflex arc is

a)

the afferent nerve

b)

the receptor

c)

the intermediate nerve fibre

d)

the efferent nerve

e)

the effector organ

23.
______________ and tendon organs are two proprioceptors that continuously monitor muscle actions and are essential components of the neuromuscular system. They “tell” the nervous system about the state of muscle contraction and allow the nervous system to respond accordingly.
a)
Muscle spindles
b)
Muscle sacromeres
c)
Polysynaptic neurons
d)
Monosynaptic tubulae
24.

During a routine check-up, Chloe's doctor taps her knee with a small hammer, causing her leg to kick out. This knee jerk is an example of

a)

monosynaptic reflex

b)

polysynaptic reflex

c)

spindle reflex

d)

sarcomere reflex

25.

Aarav has been experiencing pain in his elbow after playing tennis for several weeks. His doctor diagnosed him with lateral epicondylitis. What type of condition is this an example of?

a)

tendonitis

b)

bursitis

c)

tendonopathy

d)

condylitis

26.

During a gym class, Aiden was practicing his leg exercises. If he were to flex his knee, which muscle would be antagonist?

a)

hamstring

b)

quadriceps

c)

calf

d)

glutes

27.

During a biology class, Priya was asked to explain the two major components of the human nervous system: the central nervous system (CNS) and

a)

peripheral nervous system (PNS)

b)

apendicular nervous system (ANS)

c)

autonomic nervous system (ANS)

d)

parasymphatetic nervous system (PNS)

28.
If all the students in our Kinesiology class were trying to push and move entire Dr Frank Hayden building to be closer to the football field, obviously they would have no success, but they are still performing
a)
isometric contraction
b)
concentric contarction
c)
eccentric contraction
d)
isotonic contraction
29.

Avery is lifting weights at the gym. As her muscles contract, which of the following muscle components would be shortening?

a)

sarcomere

b)

myosin

c)

actin

d)

sarcolemma

30.

During a biology class, Noah was asked to identify the type of neurons in the human body. Which of the following is NOT a type of neuron?

a)

synaptic neurons

b)

sensory neurons

c)

motor neurons

d)

interneurons

31.

When you see an unexpected image in a test and feel your heart racing, which type of muscle is responsible for this reaction?

a)

cardiac muscle

b)

smooth muscle

c)

skeletal muscle

d)

ventricular muscle

32.

What is the function of tropomyosin?

a)

It binds calcium ions.

b)

It blocks myosin binding sites on actin.

c)

It hydrolyzes ATP.

d)

It releases ADP.

33.

During a biology class, Aiden observed a muscle tissue under a microscope and noticed it had a series of alternating light and dark stripes. What type of muscle is Aiden likely observing?

a)

ventricular muscle

b)

smooth muscle

c)

skeletal muscle

d)

cardiac muscle

34.

What structure attaches muscles to the skeleton?

a)

tendons

b)

ligaments

c)

fascia

d)

cartilage

35.
Quadriceps femoris, triceps brachii, and biceps femoris are all named due to
a)
number of divisions
b)
location of the muscle
c)
shape of the muscle
d)
action of the muscle
36.

Addison is practicing ballet and needs to stand on her toes. Which of the following muscles would be the antagonist in this movement?

a)

tibialis anterior

b)

gastrocnemius

c)

soleus

d)

plantaris

37.
If you were building a model of the muscle in our class, layer that you would put just under the deep fascia and one that envelopes the entire muscle would be
a)
epimysium
b)
perimysium
c)
endomysium
d)
dontknowmysium
38.

What principle explains the behavior of motor units when they are activated?

a)

all-or-none principle

b)

length-tension principle

c)

force-velocity principle

d)

reciprocal inhibition principle

39.

Aarav is studying how the body senses muscle tension during exercise. He learns about sensory receptors that terminate where tendons join the muscle and are aligned in series with the muscle. These receptors are positioned to detect increased tension exerted on the tendon. What are these receptors called?

a)

Golgi tendon organs

b)

Polysynaptic receptors

c)

Monosynaptic organs

d)

Efferent receptors

40.

Which type of nerve fiber is responsible for transmitting signals from the central nervous system to the effector organs in a reflex action?

a)

Motor nerve

b)

Sensory nerve

c)

Afferent nerve

d)

Receptor nerve

41.

During a volleyball serve, which muscle is primarily responsible for extending the arm to hit the ball?

a)

triceps

b)

biceps

c)

pectoralis major

d)

deltoid

42.

To enhance his soccer skills, Mark seeks advice from Paul on improving his kicking strength. After consulting with Josh and Peter, they conclude that he should focus on strengthening the primary muscle involved in the kicking action. Which muscle should he target?

a)

quadriceps

b)

hamstring

c)

gluteus maximus

d)

gastrocnemius

43.
Which pathway is correct when it comes to a muscle contraction?
a)
Pathway A
b)
Pathway B
c)
Pathway C
d)
Pathway D
44.

What muscle tissue is voluntary?

a)

Skeletal

b)

Smooth

c)

Cardiac

45.

What are the 3 types of muscles?

a)

Cardiac, smooth and skeletal

b)

Cardiac, skeletal, prime

c)

Flexion, extension, smooth

d)

Skeletal, smooth, stringy

46.
These muscles are found in your organs
a)
Skeletal
b)
Smooth
c)
Rough
d)
Cardiac
47.

______ are bands of tissue that attach a muscle to a bone.

a)

Tendons

b)

Ligaments

c)

Joints

d)

Veins

48.

Cardiac muscle is only found where?

a)

Lungs

b)

Heart

c)

Kidney

d)

Liver

49.

__________ protects bones from rubbing against each other.

a)

joints

b)

cartilage

c)

sutures

d)

tendons

50.

Which ion is depicted as playing a crucial role in muscle contraction in the diagram?

a)

Sodium

b)

Potassium

c)

Calcium

d)

Magnesium

51.

What triggers the release of calcium ions in the muscle contraction cycle?

a)

ATP binding to myosin

b)

Nerve impulse

c)

ADP release

d)

Troponin binding

52.

What does the myosin filament pull on to shorten a sarcomere?

a)

Actin filament

b)

Calcium ions

c)

ATP molecules

d)

Muscle fiber

53.

What is the result of the sliding filament theory?

a)

Muscle contraction

b)

Muscle relaxation

c)

Muscle elongation

d)

Muscle fatigue

54.

How are muscles attached to bones?

a)

By cartilage

b)

By joints

c)

By tendons

d)

By ligaments

55.

What is the attachment of a muscle to a relatively fixed structure called?

a)

Tendon

b)

Insertion

c)

Origin

d)

Belly

56.

Which membrane covers an individual muscle fiber?

a)

perimysium

b)

ectomysium

c)

endomysium

d)

epimysium

57.

The _________ separate one sarcomere from another?

a)

synapses

b)

m-lines

c)

z-lines (z-discs)

d)

active sites

58.

A group of skeletal muscle fibers is called a/an _____.

a)

perimysium

b)

fascicle

c)

epimysium

d)

tendon

59.

What is the specific neurotransmitter that stimulates the movement of skeletal muscles?

a)

GABA

b)

Acetylcholine

c)

Serotonin

d)

Dopamine

60.

Based on the picture given, the man is neither lengthening or shortening his arms. This would indicate that _________ is being applied

a)

isotonic action

b)

peristalsis

c)

isometric action

d)

contraction

61.

Which type of muscle tissue is voluntary and can be consciously controlled by the brain?

a)

Smooth Muscles

b)

Cardiac Muscles

c)

Skeletal Muscles

d)

None of the above

62.

How are skeletal muscles typically arranged?

a)

In parallel

b)

In series

c)

As opposing pairs

d)

Randomly

63.

What is the muscle that counteracts the agonist muscle called?

a)

Antagonist muscle

b)

Stabilizer muscle

c)

Synergist muscle

d)

None of the above

64.

Which muscle is responsible for dorsiflexion of the ankle?

a)

Tibialis Anterior

b)

Gastrocnemius

c)

Soleus

d)

Fibularis

65.

Which muscle group is responsible for flexion of the elbow joint?

a)

Biceps Brachii

b)

Triceps Brachii

c)

Deltoid

d)

Pectoralis Major

66.

How do skeletal muscles attach to bones?

a)

Indirectly via tendons

b)

Directly via ligaments

c)

Directly via tendons

d)

Indirectly via ligaments

67.

What is the basic unit of skeletal muscle?

a)

Muscle fibre

b)

Muscle cell

c)

Myofibril

d)

Sarcomere

68.

What is the name of the thread-like structures that run along the muscle fibre's length?

a)

Myofibrils

b)

Myosin

c)

Actin

d)

Sarcomeres

69.

What is the function of troponin?

a)

Has a binding site for calcium

b)

Covers the binding site on actin

c)

Allows myosin head to attach

d)

Stores glycogen

70.

What is the term for a single nervous impulse and the resulting contraction?

a)

Muscle twitch

b)

Motor unit

c)

Sarcomere

d)

Myofibril

71.

What is the basic mechanism involved in muscle contraction?

a)

Muscles push on the bones

b)

Muscles pull on the bones

c)

Muscles remain the same length

d)

Muscles contract and relax

72.

What is the sliding filament theory of muscle contraction?

a)

Muscles contract by shortening

b)

Muscles push on the bones

c)

Filaments overlap and slide relative to each other

d)

Filaments detach and reattach in rapid succession

73.

What happens to the sarcomere during muscle contraction?

a)

It remains the same length

b)

It lengthens

c)

It shortens

d)

It detaches from the muscle fibre

74.

What are the most common injuries sustained to the body during sport and physical activity?

a)

Fractures and dislocations

b)

Muscle strains and tears

c)

Concussions and head injuries

d)

Sprains and ligament injuries

75.

What causes muscle strains and tears?

a)

Excessive twisting or pulling on a muscle or tendon

b)

Direct impact to the muscle

c)

Inadequate warm-up exercises

d)

Improper nutrition

76.

Which category of muscle strains and tears is the most severe?

a)

First-degree injuries

b)

Second-degree injuries

c)

Third-degree injuries

d)

All categories are equally severe

77.

What is tendonitis typically caused by?

a)

Direct impact to the tendon

b)

Inadequate warm-up exercises

c)

Overuse and repetitive movement

d)

Improper nutrition

78.

When is delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) most frequently felt?

a)

During exercise

b)

Immediately after exercise

c)

Several days after exercise

d)

Several weeks after exercise

79.

What are the five parts of a reflex arc?

a)

Receptor, sensory nerve, intermediate nerve fibre, motor nerve, effector organ

b)

Receptor, motor nerve, interneuron, sensory nerve, effector organ

c)

Receptor, interneuron, motor nerve, sensory nerve, effector organ

d)

Receptor, sensory nerve, motor nerve, interneuron, effector organ

80.

What is the function of Golgi tendon organs?

a)

To detect changes in muscle length

b)

To provide sensory information about the state of muscle contraction

c)

To detect increased tension exerted on the tendon

d)

To maintain proper muscle tension or tone