GCSE PE Paper 1 Skeleton Re-cap

The shoulder joint is a (a)   .

• Hinge joint
• Pivot joint
• Ball and socket joint
• Saddle joint

The type of joint formed where the radius and ulna meet the humerus is a _____.

The bone that meets the pelvis to form the hip joint is (a)  

• Femur
• Tibia
• Fibula
• Radius

Which bone connects the foot to the leg?

• Femur

• Talus

• Scapula

• Patella

What type of joint allows for movements like flexion and extension?

• Ball and socket joint

• Hinge joint

• Pivot joint

• Saddle joint

What is the big bone at the front of your lower leg called?

• Femur

• Tibia

• Fibula

• Radius

(a)   are caused by short bones.

• Gross movements
• Fine movements
• Circular movements
• Irregular movements

Which bone protects the heart?

• Cranium

• Sternum

• Rib

• Humerus

What are the six functions of the skeleton?

• Support, protection, movement, structural shape, mineral storage, blood cell production

• Support, protection, movement, digestion, respiration, excretion

• Support, protection, movement, structural shape, mineral storage, digestion

• Support, protection, movement, respiration, excretion, blood cell production

The skeleton contributes to safety in physical activities by (a)   (AO2)

• It enhances balance
• It reduces the likelihood of fractu
• It boosts endurance
• It increases agility