Skeletal System Quiz 664 (20 MCQs)

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1. The human skeleton is made up of

Correct Answer: E) All of these.

2. Allow rotation, , .....

Correct Answer: B) Pivot Joint.

3. The Smallest bone is ....., which is present in our ears.

Correct Answer: B) Stapes.

4. The ability for the body to maintain a stable internal environment is called

Correct Answer: B) Homeostasis.

5. What are the two divisions that the human skeleton is divided into?

Correct Answer: A) Axial and Appendicular.

6. The stem cell of our bone

Correct Answer: B) Osteogenic.

7. Bands of strong connective tissue hold bones together:

Correct Answer: A) Ligaments.

8. ..... cannot move.

Correct Answer: C) Fixed joints.

9. If you stub your toe playing basketball, what bone is likely injured?

Correct Answer: B) Phalanges.

10. A break in bone that does not penetrate the skin

Correct Answer: B) Closed fracture.

11. AXIAL SKELETON consists of

Correct Answer: C) Vertebral Column.

12. True or False:Ligaments connect bones to other bones.

Correct Answer: B) True.

13. A tendon attaches muscles to muscles

Correct Answer: B) False.

14. What type of bone is thin, flattened and usually curved?

Correct Answer: C) Flat.

15. Yellow marrow is made of

Correct Answer: A) Fat.

16. Allows sliding and twisting movement of bones

Correct Answer: B) Gliding Joint.

17. Inner space of the LONG bone containing bone marrow?

Correct Answer: A) Medullary.

18. From the reading, an example of an immovable joint is what?

Correct Answer: C) Skull.

19. What is the connective tissue that links bone to bone?

Correct Answer: C) Ligament.

20. What does the skeletal system protect?

Correct Answer: C) Both of these.