Lower Extremity Muscle Anatomy Quiz

Which of the following is a major muscle group of the lower extremity?

• Biceps Brachii

• Quadriceps Femoris

• Deltoid

• Trapezius

What is the origin of the Gluteus Maximus muscle?

• Iliac crest, sacrum, and coccyx

• Anterior superior iliac spine

• Greater trochanter of the femur

• Ischial tuberosity

Where does the Sartorius muscle insert?

• Medial surface of the tibia

• Lateral condyle of the femur

• Head of the fibula

• Base of the first metatarsal

Which muscle group is primarily responsible for knee extension?

• Hamstrings

• Quadriceps

• Adductors

• Gluteals

The Gastrocnemius muscle originates from which part of the femur?

• Medial and lateral condyles

• Greater trochanter

• Linea aspera

• Intertrochanteric line

Which muscle inserts at the calcaneus via the Achilles tendon?

• Tibialis Anterior

• Soleus

• Peroneus Longus

• Flexor Digitorum Longus

What is the primary action of the Hamstring muscle group?

• Hip flexion

• Knee extension

• Knee flexion

• Ankle dorsiflexion

The Rectus Femoris muscle is part of which muscle group?

• Hamstrings

• Quadriceps

• Adductors

• Abductors

Where does the Iliopsoas muscle insert?

• Lesser trochanter of the femur

• Greater trochanter of the femur

• Medial epicondyle of the femur

• Lateral condyle of the tibia

What is the muscle in the front of the lower leg called?

• Pelvis
• Tibialis Anterior
• Bicep
• Sternocleidomastoid