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WorksheetsAnatomy and Physiology Multiple Choice Questions
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 11mins
Which classification correctly describes humans based on their spinal column?
Humans are classified as invertebrates
Humans are classified as vertebrates
Humans are classified as arthropods
Humans are classified as mollusks
How many cervical vertebrae are present in the human spine?
5
7
12
24
What is the correct number of thoracic vertebrae in humans?
5
7
10
12
Which term describes the inward curve of the spine?
Kyphotic
Lordotic
Scoliotic
Spinal deviation
What is the name of the cartilage found at the end of the body of the sternum?
Manubrium
Costal cartilage
Sternal angle
Xiphoid process
Which of the following correctly describes the true ribs?
Pairs 1-7, articulate directly to the sternum by cartilage
Pairs 8-12, articulate indirectly to the sternum
Pairs 11-12, do not connect to the sternum
All ribs that connect to the thoracic vertebrae
What is the function of the trapezius muscle?
Trunk flexion and stabilization
Extending the thigh and external rotation of the hip
Tilting the head up/down and turning side to side
Internal and external rotation of the hip
Which muscle is responsible for moving the scapula and lifting the ribs?
Latissimus dorsi
Serratus anterior
What is the primary function of the thoracolumbar fascia?
Neck flexion and rotation
Trunk flexion
Shoulder adduction
Shock absorption and balance
Which term describes when the sacrum moves forward relative to the ilium?
Counternutation
Nutation
Flexion
Extension
Which muscle is responsible for adduction, extension, and internal rotation of the shoulder joint?
Trapezius
Rectus abdominis
Latissimus dorsi
Pectoralis major
What is the function of the gluteus medius muscle?
Trunk flexion and stabilization
Pelvis stabilization and hip abduction
Extending the thigh and external rotation
Flexion and internal rotation of the humerus
Where is the jugular notch located?
At the bottom of the sternum
At the top part of the sternum
Between the manubrium and body of the sternum
On the side of the neck
Which of the following is an example of a synergist relationship?
A. Biceps and triceps working on the elbow joint
B. Multiple muscles all contributing to shoulder abduction
C. Rectus abdominis and gluteus maximus
D. Muscles on opposite sides of the spine
Which ribs are classified as "floating ribs"?
Pairs 1-7
Pairs 8-10
Pairs 11-12
All false ribs
Name the three types of ribs and how many pairs of each are in the human body.
The three types of ribs are true ribs (7 pairs), false ribs (3 pairs), and floating ribs (2 pairs).
The three types of ribs are true ribs (5 pairs), false ribs (5 pairs), and floating ribs (2 pairs).
The three types of ribs are true ribs (7 pairs), false ribs (5 pairs), and floating ribs (2 pairs).
The three types of ribs are true ribs (6 pairs), false ribs (4 pairs), and floating ribs (3 pairs).
Identify one synergist pair and one antagonist pair from the muscles we studied.
Biceps and brachialis (synergists); biceps and triceps (antagonists)
Biceps and triceps (synergists); biceps and brachialis (antagonists)
Biceps and brachialis (antagonists); triceps and brachialis (synergists)
Triceps and brachialis (synergists); biceps and triceps (antagonists)
Fill in the blank: The 7 vertebrae located in the neck region are called ________.
cervical vertebrae
thoracic vertebrae
lumbar vertebrae
sacral vertebrae
Fill in the blank: The structure that covers the thoracic and lumbar area and assists with shock absorption and balance is called ________.
Thoracolumbar fascia
spinal cord
vertebral bodies
ligaments
Fill in the blank: The muscle responsible for moving the scapula and lifting ribs is called ________.
serratus anterior
trapezius
latissimus dorsi
pectoralis major
Identify the Thoracic vertebrae
The vertebral column protects which of the following structures?
Heart
Lungs
Spinal cord
Liver
