#1
Which muscle is responsible for flexing the forearm?
Biceps brachii
ExplanationFlexes forearm at the elbow joint.
#2
What is the function of the deltoid muscle?
Abducts the arm
ExplanationRaises arm away from the body.
#3
Which muscle is NOT a part of the quadriceps group?
Biceps femoris
ExplanationPart of the hamstring group.
#4
What is the primary function of the diaphragm muscle?
Assists in breathing
ExplanationContracts to expand thoracic cavity.
#5
Which muscle is responsible for adducting the thigh?
Adductor magnus
ExplanationPulls thigh towards midline.
#6
What is the largest muscle in the human body?
Gluteus maximus
ExplanationMajor muscle of the buttocks.
#7
Which muscle is primarily responsible for shoulder extension?
Latissimus dorsi
ExplanationPulls arm downwards and backwards.
#8
Which muscle is involved in plantar flexion of the foot?
Gastrocnemius
ExplanationRaises heel during walking.
#9
Which muscle is NOT involved in shoulder abduction?
Teres major
ExplanationPrimarily assists in arm rotation.
#10
Which muscle assists in the elevation of the scapula?
Trapezius
ExplanationRaises and lowers the shoulder blade.
#11
Which muscle is responsible for pronation of the forearm?
Pronator quadratus
ExplanationRotates forearm to face palm downwards.
#12
Which muscle is NOT a rotator cuff muscle?
Biceps brachii
ExplanationFlexes the elbow and supinates the forearm.