Skeletal System Quiz

What are the main structural components and functions of the skeletal system?

• Support, movement, and blood cell production

• Digestion, circulation, and respiration

• Sensory reception, hormone production, and immunity

• Energy storage, waste elimination, and thermal regulation

How many different classifications of bones are there?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

What is one of the primary functions of the skeletal system?

• Generates heat for the body

• Gives the body support and shape

• Filters waste from the blood

• Regulates body temperature

Which of the following is a function of the skeletal system?

• Produces hormones for digestion

• Protects vital organs

• Converts food into energy

• Absorbs nutrients from food

How does the skeletal system contribute to movement?

• By circulating blood to the muscles

• By allowing us to move along with the help of our muscles

• By providing oxygen to the muscles

• By breaking down muscle tissue

What does the skeletal system store that is essential for various body functions?

• Water

• Minerals

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

What are the major structures of the skeletal system?

• Muscles, Bones, and Skin

• Bones, Joints, and Cartilage

• Bones, Nerves, and Blood Vessels

• Joints, Ligaments, and Tendons

Which bone is located in the upper arm?

• Femur

• Humerus

• Tibia

• Radius

What is the name of the bone found in the thigh?

• Clavicle

• Sternum

• Femur

• Ulna

How many bones does an infant have at the start of their life?

• 206 bones

• 300 bones

• 150 bones

• 250 bones