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Quiz on Foundations of Physical Activity

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the primary function of long bones?

a)

To facilitate stability and support, with little movement.

b)

To be a rigid rod for muscle attachment and to facilitate a wide range of movement.

c)

Mainly to protect the vital organs and act as an attachment for muscles.

d)

Minimise friction, increase the strength of associated muscles, and support tendons from the wear and stress of movement.

2.

Which of the following is an example of a short bone?

a)

Scapula

b)

Carpals

c)

Tibia

d)

Femur

3.

What is the function of flat bones?

a)

To facilitate stability and support, with little movement.

b)

To be a rigid rod for muscle attachment and to facilitate a wide range of movement.

c)

Mainly to protect the vital organs and act as an attachment for muscles.

d)

Minimise friction, increase the strength of associated muscles, and support tendons from the wear and stress of movement.

4.

Which bone type is characterized by a unique and complex shape?

a)

Short bone

b)

Long bone

c)

Irregular bone

d)

Flat bone

5.

What is the primary function of sesamoid bones?

a)

To be a rigid rod for muscle attachment and to facilitate a wide range of movement.

b)

To facilitate stability and support, with little movement.

c)

Mainly to protect the vital organs and act as an attachment for muscles.

d)

Minimise friction, increase the strength of associated muscles, and support tendons from the wear and stress of movement.

6.

Which of the following is an example of a long bone?

a)

Patella

b)

Femur

c)

Carpals

d)

Pelvis

7.

Which bone type is the patella classified as?

a)

Long bone

b)

Sesamoid bone

c)

Flat bone

d)

Short bone

8.

Which of the following is NOT a function of flat bones?

a)

To be a rigid rod for muscle attachment.

b)

Act as an attachment for muscles.

c)

Mainly to protect the vital organs.

d)

To facilitate stability and support, with little movement.

9.

Which of the following is an example of an irregular bone?

a)

Clavicle

b)

Vertebrae

c)

Femur

d)

Tarsals

10.

What is the primary function of short bones?

a)

Minimise friction, increase the strength of associated muscles, and support tendons from the wear and stress of movement.

b)

Mainly to protect the vital organs and act as an attachment for muscles.

c)

To facilitate stability and support, with little movement.

d)

To be a rigid rod for muscle attachment and to facilitate a wide range of movement.