Skeletal System Quiz

Which of the following is found in the axial skeleton?

• Femur

• Skull

• Clavicle

• Humerus

Which tissue cushions the end of bones?

• tendons

• ligaments

• cartilage

• joints

What do we call the place where two bones meet?

• skeleton

• joint

• muscle

• rib

Which is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

• production of red blood cells

• store calcium

• digest food

• movement, protection, and support

Which type of tissue connects bone to bone?

• tendons

• ligaments

• skeletal mucscles

• smooth muscles

What is the name of the outer membrane that surrounds bones?

• compact bone

• periosteum

• spongy bone

• bone marrow

Which bones protect the heart and lungs?

• number 7

• number 8

• number 9

• number 10

Match the following common names of bones to their scientific names

• Femur

• Shoulder blade

• Clavicle

• Thigh Bone

• Scapula

• Collar Bone

• Patella

• Kneecap

How many bones are in total in the human body

• 300

• 210

• 206

• 100

Which bone is labeled O?

• Femur

• Tibia

• Fibia

• RibCage