Human Body Definitions Quiz

What is the internal framework of bones that supports and protects the body?

• Muscles

• Skeleton

What are the hard, strong structures that make up the skeleton?

• Bones

• Joints

What does it mean to support something?

• To break it

• To hold it up

What is the meaning of protection?

• To expose to danger

• To keep safe from harm

What is the backbone that allows bending and supports the body?

• Skull

• Spine

Which bone protects the brain?

• Femur

• Skull

Which bones protect the heart and lungs?

• Humerus

• Ribs

What are the individual bones that make up the spine called?

• Bronchi

• Vertebrae

What is the long bone in the thigh called?

• Tibia

• Femur

Which bone is larger in the lower leg?

• Tibia

• Fibula