Skeletal & Muscular Systems Quiz

Which type of joint is found in the shoulder?

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Pivot joint

• Saddle joint

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

• Producing hormones

• Transporting nutrients

• Providing structure and support

• Regulating body temperature

Which of the following is an example of an antagonistic muscle pair?

• Biceps and triceps

• Quadriceps and hamstrings

• Gastrocnemius and tibialis anterior

• All of the above

Which of the following is not a muscle type?

• Rough

• Cardiac

• Skeletal

• Smooth

What role do muscles play in movement?

• They produce force by contracting

• They store energy

• They transport oxygen

• They produce hormones

Which bone is also called the 'breastplate'?

• Femur

• Humerus

• Sternum

• Tibia

What is the function of bone marrow?

• Storing fat

• Producing blood cells

• Producing hormones

• Storing calcium

Which muscle is the antagonist to the quadriceps?

• Biceps

• Triceps

• Hamstrings

• Gastrocnemius

What tissue prevents friction at the joints?

• Periosteum

• Endosteum

• Medullary cavity

• Cartilage

Which type of muscle fibre is best suited for short bursts of power?

• Slow-twitch

• Smooth

• Fast-twitch

• Cardiac