Human Body Movement and Muscular System Quiz

What is the primary function of long bones?

• To provide support and stability

• To act as levers during movement

• To protect internal organs

• To store minerals

Which type of joint is found in the shoulder allowing movement in all directions?

• Hinge

• Pivot

• Saddle

• Ball and Socket

What is the function of ligaments?

• Connect muscle to bone

• Hold bones together and keep the joint stable

• Cushion between the bones

• Produce red blood cells

Which type of muscle is found in the heart?

• Smooth Muscle

• Skeletal Muscle

• Cardiac Muscle

• Voluntary Muscle

What type of body movement involves bending the entire foot towards the shin?

• Flexion

• Dorsiflexion

• Extension

• Plantarflexion

Which type of bone is cylindrical in shape and found mostly in limbs?

• Long Bones

• Irregular Bones

• Flat Bones

• Short Bones

What is the role of bone marrow?

• To store minerals

• To produce blood cells

• To protect internal organs

• To act as levers during movement

Which type of muscle fiber is used primarily in long-distance running?

• Type 3: Intermediate Fibres

• Type 2(b): Fast Twitch Glycolytic

• Type 2(a): Fast Twitch Oxydative

• Type 1: Slow Twitch Fibres

What is the function of cartilage in joints?

• To connect muscle to bone

• To cushion between the bones

• To produce white blood cells

• To hold bones together

Which type of synovial joint is found in the thumb?

• Gliding

• Saddle

• Ball and Socket

• Hinge