Anatomy of the Skull Quiz

What are the two main parts of the skull?

• Temporal and parietal bones

• Mandible and maxilla

• Cranium and facial bones

• Occipital and sphenoid bones

How many bones make up the cranium?

• 8

• 6

• 12

• 10

Which bone is located at the lower back of the head?

• Temporal bone

• Parietal bone

• Occipital bone

• Frontal bone

What is the function of the mandible?

• Support the upper jaw

• Form the cheekbone

• Protect the brain

• Form the lower jaw

Which of the following is NOT a facial bone?

• Mandible

• Frontal bone

• Maxilla

• Zygomatic bone

What is the largest and strongest bone in the face?

• Maxilla

• Zygomatic

• Mandible

• Nasal

Which muscle is known as the 'kissing muscle'?

• Masseter

• Orbicularis oris

• Mentalis

• Buccinator

What is the primary function of the temporal muscle?

• Elevate and lower the jaw

• Close the mouth

• Compress the cheek

• Open the jaw

Which part of the mandible houses the lower teeth?

• Ramus

• Body

• Symphysis

• Angle

What is the role of the soft palate?

• Close off the nasal passage during swallowing

• House the teeth

• Support the upper jaw

• Form the hard palate