Skeletal System

Which body system provides a framework that supports the body?

• skeletal

• muscular

• circulatory

• nervous

The skeletal system is a ______ structure that holds the body up and protects the internal organs.

• spongy tissue

• cartilage

• rigid

• muscular

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The bones are connected by ______

• arteries and veins

• nerves

• capillaries

• cartilage and muscle

Major bones of the body include _____

• cartilage

• muscles

• the brain and spinal cord

• the skull and vertebrae

The bones in our body come in many different shapes and sizes. What is the most likely reason for this?

• Some bones grow larger than others depending on the types of vitamins you eat.

• Each bone is designed to do a unique job in your body.

• People have different types of bones depending on the genes they inherit from their parents.

• Bones develop into different shapes and sizes according to how much exercise you get.

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______ are connected to each other by cartilage and muscles.

• Blood vessels

• Bones

• Nerves

• Intestines

The skull, vertebrae, hips, ribs, arms, and legs are major ______ of the human body.

• muscles

• bones

• nerves

• cartilage

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Which is a major difference between human bodies and the bodies of animals that do not have skeletal systems?

• Animals without skeletal systems do not have organs.

• Animals without skeletal systems do not move.

• Animals without skeletal systems have less protection for their organs.

• Animals without skeletal systems do not have muscles.

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The skeletal system is a rigid structure that holds the body up and ______.

• makes the body move

• protects internal organs

• provides the body with energy

• sends signals to the brain

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Which of the following bones has the primary purpose of protecting vital soft organs?

• Rib cage

• Ankle bones

• Arm Bones

• Jaw Bone