Quiz on the Bones of the Lower Limb

What connects the bones of the lower limb to the axial skeleton?

• The femur

• The pelvic girdle

• The fibula

• The tibia

Which part of the hip bone is the upper part of the acetabulum?

• Pubis

• Femur

• Ischium

• Ilium

What is the name of the cavity in the hip bone that articulates with the head of the femur?

• Obturator foramen

• Acetabulum

• Iliac crest

• Sacroiliac joint

Which part of the femur connects the head to the shaft?

• Condyle

• Trochanter

• Neck

• Crest

What is the shape of the patella?

• Rectangular

• Circular

• Triangular

• Square

Which bone is the larger and stronger of the two bones in the leg?

• Femur

• Tibia

• Fibula

• Patella

What forms the prominence on the medial aspect of the ankle?

• Fibular notch

• Tibial tuberosity

• Medial malleolus

• Lateral malleolus

Which tarsal bone articulates with the lower end of the tibia?

• Cuboid

• Talus

• Navicular

• Calcaneus

How many metatarsal bones are there in each foot?

• Four

• Seven

• Five

• Six

What is the function of the arches of the foot?

• To provide flexibility

• To support the ankle

• To distribute body weight

• To enhance mobility