Identifying Major Bones of the Skeletal System

At what age do the bones of the cranium typically fuse together?

• At birth

• Around age 2

• Around age 5

• During adolescence

Which bone in the human skull is capable of movement?

• Cranium

• Mandible

• Maxilla

• Zygomatic

How many individual vertebrae make up the vertebral column?

• 33

• 24

• 36

• 30

What is the primary function of the ribs?

• Support the spine

• Assist in walking

• Facilitate digestion

• Protect the lungs and heart

Which bone connects the sternum to the shoulder joint?

• Scapula

• Humerus

• Clavicle

• Radius

What is the main role of the humerus?

• Protect the brain

• Enable movement

• Assist in breathing

• Provide stability

How many bones are there in the human hand?

• 20

• 30

• 24

• 27

What is one of the roles of the pelvis?

• Enable hand movement

• Support the weight of the upper body

• Protect the brain

• Assist in breathing

Which bone is the longest in the human body?

• Fibula

• Tibia

• Humerus

• Femur

What is the function of the patella?

• Protect the brain

• Assist in breathing

• Stabilize the knee joint

• Support the spine