Skeletal Structure and Mobility Quiz

Test your knowledge on bones, joints, and muscles with these 18 orthopedics questions. From the thigh bone to the shoulder joint, dive into the anatomy!

#1

Which bone is commonly known as the thigh bone?

Femur
Radius
Ulna
Tibia
#2

Which bone is commonly known as the shinbone?

Femur
Tibia
Humerus
Radius
#3

Which of the following bones is part of the human face?

Mandible
Clavicle
Scapula
Femur
#4

What is the medical term for the shoulder blade?

Clavicle
Humerus
Scapula
Ulna
#5

Which muscle type is under voluntary control?

Cardiac muscle
Smooth muscle
Skeletal muscle
Involuntary muscle
#6

What is the medical term for the lower jawbone?

Maxilla
Mandible
Zygomatic bone
Palatine bone
#7

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

Digestion
Respiration
Support and movement
Circulation
#8

Which joint allows for a wide range of movement, such as the shoulder joint?

Hinge joint
Ball and socket joint
Pivot joint
Gliding joint
#9

What is the purpose of the axial skeleton?

To provide protection to internal organs
To support the limbs
To facilitate movement
To aid in digestion
#10

Which of the following is not a component of the appendicular skeleton?

Pelvic girdle
Skull
Vertebral column
Pectoral girdle
#11

What is the purpose of the yellow marrow in bones?

Blood cell production
Energy storage
Joint lubrication
Calcium storage
#12

Which type of joint allows only limited movement, such as the elbow joint?

Hinge joint
Ball and socket joint
Pivot joint
Gliding joint
#13

What is the medical term for the collarbone?

Scapula
Clavicle
Humerus
Fibula
#14

Which type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movements, such as the heartbeat?

Skeletal muscle
Cardiac muscle
Smooth muscle
Striated muscle
#15

What is the function of synovial fluid in joints?

To provide nutrients to bones
To reduce friction and facilitate movement
To store energy for muscle contraction
To regulate body temperature
#16

In anatomical terms, what is the opposite of proximal?

Distal
Superior
Inferior
Medial
#17

What is the purpose of the meniscus in the knee joint?

Facilitate muscle contraction
Increase joint flexibility
Reduce friction and absorb shock
Secrete synovial fluid
#18

Which of the following is a long bone found in the human body?

Vertebra
Radius
Patella
Carpal

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