Types of Body Movements Quiz

A joint that allows movement in only one plane, like the hinge of a door.

The bending of a joint, like bringing your knee toward your chest.

The movement of a body part toward the midline of the body, like bringing your arm down to your side.

The movement of a body part away from the midline of the body, like raising your arm to the side.

The straightening of a joint, like straightening your arm.

The movement of bending the foot upward at the ankle, like when walking on your heels.

A joint that allows for bending and straightening movements, like the elbow or knee.

The rotation of the forearm so that the palm faces downward, like when pouring out a drink.

A joint that allows movement in multiple directions, like the hip or shoulder.

The movement of a bone around its own axis, like when turning your head from side to side.

A joint that allows for a wide range of motion, like the hip or shoulder.

The movement of the thumb toward the fingers or the palm of the hand, allowing for grasping.

The backward bending or extension of the hand or foot.

A joint where bones are joined by fibrous tissue, allowing for little or no movement, like in the skull.

The lifting or raising of a body part, like shrugging your shoulders.

A joint with flat, articular surfaces that allow for gliding movements, like in the wrist or ankle.

The joint between the talus and calcaneus bones of the foot.

The ball and socket joint between the femur and hip bone, allowing for a wide range of motion, like spreading your legs apart.