Types of Joints Quiz

What type of joint is held together by fibrous connective tissue?

• Cartilaginous joint

• Synovial joint

• Fibrous joint

• Ball and socket joint

Which type of joint is highly movable and contains synovial fluid?

• Fibrous joint

• Cartilaginous joint

• Synovial joint

• Fixed joint

Which of the following joints is immovable or slightly movable and held together by cartilage?

• Synovial joint

• Cartilaginous joint

• Fibrous joint

• Hinge joint

What is the primary function of synovial fluid in synovial joints?

• To provide nutrients

• To reduce friction

• To hold bones together

• To store energy

Which type of joint is typically immovable?

• Synovial joint

• Cartilaginous joint

• Fibrous joint

• Pivot joint

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cartilaginous joints?

• Held together by cartilage

• Highly movable

• Immovable or slightly movable

• Found in the spine

Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

• Fibrous joint

• Cartilaginous joint

• Synovial joint

• Fixed joint

What type of tissue holds fibrous joints together?

• Cartilage

• Synovial fluid

• Fibrous connective tissue

• Muscle tissue

Which of the following is a characteristic of synovial joints?

• Immovable

• Held together by fibrous connective tissue

• Contains synovial fluid

• Held together by cartilage

Which type of joint is found in the human knee?

• Fibrous joint

• Cartilaginous joint

• Synovial joint

• Fixed joint