5-5 Skeletal System Quiz

What is the function of the skeletal system?

• D. To produce energy

• B. To provide structure and protection

• A. To help with digestion

• C. To help with breathing

How many bones does a human body contain?

• C. Less than 50 bones

• B. Over 200 bones

• A. exactly 100 bones

What is the purpose of tendons in the skeletal system?

• A. Connect muscles to bones

• B. Connect bones to other bones

• C. Make a cushion between bones

• D. Provide structure and protection

Which type of tissue joins bones to muscles or other bones?

• B. Ligaments

• C. Cartilage

• D. Connective tissue

What nutrient is particularly important for growing bones?

• C. Calcium

• B. Iron

• A. Vitamin C

How can bones be strengthened over time?

• A. Eating more sugar

• D. Sitting all day

• C. Lifting weights

• B. Avoiding exercise

What do shoes with high heels or poor arch support potentially cause?

• C. Problems with posture

• B. Better posture

• A. Stronger bones

• D. Improved spine health

What do ribs protect in the human body?

• C. The spinal cord

• D. The eyes

• A. The brain

• B. The heart and lungs