Joints and their types quiz

Which type of joint allows movement in all directions?

• Fixed/immovable joints

• Slightly movable joints

• Freely movable joints

• Hinge joints

Which type of joint is found in the elbow and knee?

• Fixed/immovable joints

• Slightly movable joints

• Freely movable joints

• Hinge joints

What is the role of ligaments in synovial joints?

• To allow movement in all directions

• To connect bones with fibrous tissue

• To act as a lubricant for smoother movement

• To connect muscle to bone

Which part of a synovial joint surrounds and protects the joint?

• Synovial membrane

• Synovial fluid

• Joint capsule

• Tendon

What is the function of cartilage in a synovial joint?

• To allow movement in all directions

• To connect bones with fibrous tissue

• To act as a cushion to stop bones from knocking together

• To connect muscle to bone

Name this joint

• gliding

• pivot

• ball and socket

• hinge

Which joint is this?

• Ball and socket

• Hinge

• Fixed

The knee joint is

• Hinge
• Gliding
• Ball and socket
• Pivot

Which joint is this?

• Shoulder joint

• Hip joint

• Knee joint

• Elbow joint

The ____ joint allows rotation of the bone over another bone