Major Muscles of the Body and Their Functions Quiz

What is the primary function of the Biceps Brachii?

• Knee extension

• Arm flexion

• Shoulder adduction

• Ankle dorsiflexion

Which muscle is primarily responsible for extending the leg at the knee?

• Gastrocnemius

• Gluteus maximus

• Quadriceps

• Biceps brachii

The Deltoid muscle is key in providing which of the following movements?

• Hip extension

• Arm abduction

• Knee flexion

• Foot plantar flexion

What is the main function of the Pectoralis Major?

• Elbow extension

• Shoulder flexion

• Shoulder adduction and horizontal adduction

• Hip abduction

Which muscle is primarily involved in plantar flexion of the foot?

• Quadriceps

• Deltoid

• Gastrocnemius

• Biceps brachii

The Gluteus Maximus is most important for which movement?

• Arm extension

• Hip extension

• Ankle inversion

• Wrist flexion

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Biceps Brachii?

• Supination of the forearm

• Arm flexion

• Hip flexion

• Shoulder stabilization

The Quadriceps group is composed of how many muscles?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

Which muscle assists in the motion of crossing one leg over the other while in a seated position?

• Gastrocnemius

• Gluteus maximus

• Pectoralis major

• Sartorius

During a push-up, which muscle is primarily responsible for pushing the body away from the ground?

• Deltoid

• Pectoralis major

• Biceps brachii

• Latissimus dorsi