Muscle Origin, Insertion, and Function
Authored by Carol Reeves
Biology
11th - 12th Grade
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This quiz comprehensively assesses students' knowledge of muscle anatomy and physiology, specifically focusing on the origin, insertion, and function of major muscle groups throughout the human body. Designed for grades 11-12, this assessment covers muscles of the upper extremity (pectoralis major, deltoid, latissimus dorsi, biceps brachii, triceps brachii, brachialis, brachioradialis), rotator cuff muscles (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis), neck muscles (sternocleidomastoid), back muscles (trapezius), lower extremity muscles (gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, sartorius, hamstring group, quadriceps group), and lower leg muscles (tibialis anterior, gastrocnemius, soleus). Students must demonstrate understanding of fundamental anatomical terminology, distinguishing between muscle origins (attachment to stationary bone) and insertions (attachment to movable bone), and connecting muscle location to specific movement patterns. The questions require memorization of precise anatomical landmarks combined with functional analysis of how muscle contractions produce specific joint movements. Created by Carol Reeves, a Biology teacher in the US who teaches grades 11-12. This quiz serves as an excellent tool for formative assessment, allowing teachers to gauge student mastery of complex anatomical relationships before major examinations. The comprehensive nature makes it ideal for review sessions, homework assignments, or warmup activities to reinforce previous lessons on the muscular system. Teachers can use this assessment to identify specific knowledge gaps in muscle identification, origin and insertion points, or functional movement patterns, enabling targeted remediation. The quiz aligns with high school biology standards including NGSS HS-LS1-3 (structure and function relationships in biological systems) and supports state standards focusing on human anatomy and physiology, particularly those addressing the integration of body systems and the relationship between anatomical structure and physiological function.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What muscle inserts on the humerus and originates on the clavicle and sternum
deltoid
brachioradialis
pectoralis major
biceps brachii
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which muscle inserts on the deltoid tuberosity of the humerus?
latissimus dorsi
brachialis
brachioradialis
deltoid
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which muscle extends, adducts, and applies medial rotation of the arm
biceps brachii
deltoid
latissimus dorsi
brachialis
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Where does the deltoid originate from?
end of clavicle and scapula
clavicle and sternum
scapula
humerus
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which elbow muscle provides extension of the elbow and originates on the humerus?
biceps brachii
triceps brachii
brachialis
brachioradialis
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
This muscle is located on the upper chest and function in adduction and flexion of the arm/shoulder
latissimus dorsi
brachialis
deltoid
pectoralis major
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What does the latissimus dorsi insert on?
radius
ulna
humerus
scapula
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