Body Movement Basics

What is the main supporting structure of the body?

• Digestive system

• Muscular system

• Nervous system

• Skeletal system

Which part of the body is made up of bones connected by joints?

• Respiratory system

• Muscular system

• Skeletal system

• Digestive system

How many bones are there in the human skeleton?

• 206

• 205

• 207

• 210

What are the two main functions of joints in the body?

• Sensation and perception

• Digestion and absorption

• Protection and insulation

• Movement and support

Which type of joint allows movement in all directions?

• Pivot joint

• Ball-and-socket joint

• Gliding joint

• Hinge joint

What type of joint is the elbow joint?

• Pivot joint

• Gliding joint

• Ball joint

• Hinge joint

How many bones are there in the human arm?

• 3

• 7

• 5

• 1

Which muscles are responsible for bending the elbow joint?

• Triceps brachii and deltoid

• Biceps brachii and brachialis

• Gastrocnemius and soleus

• Quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus

Which muscles are responsible for straightening the elbow joint?

• Triceps brachii

• Deltoid

• Biceps brachii

• Pectoralis major

What are antagonistic muscles?

• Muscles that only contract

• Muscles that are located in the same region of the body

• Muscle pairs that work in opposition to each other

• Muscles that work together harmoniously