Deck 7: The Skeleton

Question 1

Figure 7- 3 The Scapula
Use Figure 7- 3 to answer the following questions:
When seated, the weight of the body is borne by the

A) iliac crests.
B) ischial tuberosities.
C) posterior inferior iliac spines.
D) obturator foramina.
E) inferior rami of the pubis.

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Figure 7- 6 The Femur
Use Figure 7- 6 to answer the following questions:
Identify the structure labeled "2."

A) linea aspera
B) head
C) lateral epicondyle
D) greater trochanter
E) lateral condyle

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Which of the following statements about the functions of the paranasal sinuses is false?

A) The mucus they secrete enters the nasal cavities.
B) They make skull bones lighter.
C) They provide an extensive area of mucous epithelium.
D) They support cilia that move the mucus.
E) None of the above-all are true.

Answer 3

E

Question 4

The roles) of the sinuses includes)

A) making the skull lighter.
B) production of mucus that moistens and cleans the air.
C) extra source of air.
D) release of stress hormones.
E) both A and B

Question 5

The longest bone is the

A) femur.
B) sternum.
C) humerus.
D) coxal bone.
E) both C and D

Question 6

The alveolar process of the mandible

A) supports the upper teeth.
B) anchors the tongue.
C) supports the lower teeth.
D) all of the above
E) A and B only

Question 7

Figure 7- 6 The Femur
Use Figure 7- 6 to answer the following questions:
The costal groove

A) is located on the exterior surface.
B) is located on the interior surface.
C) marks the path of blood vessels.
D) both A and C
E) both B and C

Question 8

The distal end of the tibia articulates with the

A) talus.
B) patella.
C) fibula.
D) calcaneus.
E) coxal bone.

Question 9

Which of the following are distinctive features of thoracic vertebrae?

A) heart- shaped bodies
B) rib articulations
C) long spinous processes
D) all of the above
E) A and C only

Question 10

Figure 7- 5 Bones of the Ankle and Foot
Use Figure 7- 5 to answer the following questions:
Identify the bones named for their wedge shape.

A) 2
B) 3
C) 7
D) 1
E) 8

Question 11

Figure 7- 5 Bones of the Ankle and Foot
Use Figure 7- 5 to answer the following questions:
Lateral to the coronoid process, the radial accommodates the head of the radius in the radio- ulnar joint.

A) notch
B) ligament
C) muscle
D) groove
E) tendon

Question 12

The odontoid process is found on the

A) sacrum.
B) atlas.
C) coccyx.
D) axis.
E) ribs.

Question 13

A skull bone that could be described as looking like a bat with wings extended is the

A) crista galli
B) ethmoid
C) maxilla
D) cribriform
E) sphenoid

Question 14

Figure 7- 5 Bones of the Ankle and Foot
Use Figure 7- 5 to answer the following questions:
The clavicle articulates with the scapula

A) distally with the manubrium.
B) distally with the glenoid cavity.
C) proximally with the coracoid cavity.
D) distally with the acromion.
E) distally with the coracoid process.

Question 15

The part of the vertebrae that transfers weight along the axis of the vertebral column is the

A) articular processes.
B) vertebral body.
C) vertebral arch.
D) intervertebral space.
E) none of the above

Question 16

Which of these is a forearm bone?

A) humerus
B) fibula
C) femur
D) tibia
E) radius

Question 17

The nasal conchae

A) protect the pituitary gland.
B) create turbulence in the nasal passageways.
C) contain the nerves for olfaction.
D) attach muscles that move the eyelids.
E) attach muscles that move the eye.

Question 18

Figure 7- 3 The Scapula
Use Figure 7- 3 to answer the following questions:
Identify the structure labeled "2."

A) glenoid cavity
B) scapular notch
C) scapular cavity
D) acetabulum
E) rotator cup

Question 19

The condition known as "flat feet" is due to a lower- than- normal longitudinal arch in the foot. A problem with which of the following would most likely contribute to this condition?

A) weakness in the ligaments that attach the talus to the tibia
B) poor alignment of the phalanges with the metatarsals
C) weak tarsometatarsal joints
D) a loose Achilles tendon
E) weakness in the ligaments that attach the calcaneus to the distal ends of the metatarsals

Question 20

The pubic and ischial rami encircle the

A) greater sciatic notch.
B) lesser sciatic notch.
C) obturator foramen.
D) pubic symphysis.
E) acetabulum.

Question 21

All of the following are true of lumbar vertebrae, except that

A) they lack costal facets.
B) the vertebral foramen is triangular.
C) the transverse process is slender and projects dorsolaterally.
D) the superior articular processes face medially.
E) the vertebral bodies are delicate.

Question 22

The facial nerve N. VII) passes through internal acoustic meatus and then through the

A) mastoid foramen.
B) foramen lacerum.
C) carotid foramen.
D) jugular foramen.
E) stylomastoid foramen.

Question 23

Which of these is not one of bones of the face?

A) mandible
B) frontal
C) vomer
D) maxilla
E) zygomatic

Question 24

The glenohumeral joint, or shoulder joint, is an articulation between which two bones?

A) clavicle and scapula
B) clavicle and humerus
C) humerus and ulna
D) scapula and humerus
E) none of the above

Question 25

Figure 7- 3 The Scapula
Use Figure 7- 3 to answer the following questions:
Which structure is the acromion?

A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
E) 5

Question 26

The vertebral column contains lumbar vertebrae.

A) 12
B) 4
C) 7
D) 31
E) 5

Question 27

The clavicle articulates with the scapula at the

A) acromion.
B) subscapular fossa.
C) coracoid process.
D) scapular spine.
E) glenoid tuberosity.

Question 28

Which of the following bones is not part of the appendicular skeleton?

A) tibia
B) sacrum
C) coxal bones
D) metacarpals
E) scapula

Question 29

While playing softball, Gina is struck in the frontal squama by a wild pitch. Which of the following complaints would you expect her to have?

A) a sore back
B) a headache
C) a broken jaw
D) a sore chest
E) a black eye

Question 30

Nerves carrying sensory information from the lips and the chin pass through the

A) mandibular foramina.
B) ramus of the mandible.
C) condylar process.
D) maxillary foramina.
E) mental foramina.

Question 31

Figure 7- 2 Typical Vertebra inferior view)
Use Figure 7- 2 to answer the following questions:
Which structure contacts the intervertebral disc?

A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
E) 6

Question 32

The external acoustic meatus is a foramen in which skull bone?

A) parietal
B) temporal
C) auditory ossicles
D) zygomatic
E) vomer

Question 33

Figure 7- 2 Typical Vertebra inferior view)
Use Figure 7- 2 to answer the following questions:
Most mammals, including humans and giraffes, have cervical vertebrae.

A) 19
B) 6
C) 7
D) 10
E) 11

Question 34

The scapula is roughly triangular in shape. Which of the following are correct terms for the borders?

A) superior border
B) inferior border
C) lateral border
D) all of the above
E) A and C only

Question 35

The widest intervertebral discs are found in the region.

A) sacral
B) coccygeal
C) lumbar
D) thoracic
E) cervical

Question 36

The of the radius helps stabilize the wrist joint.

A) radial tuberosity
B) styloid process
C) capitulum
D) coronoid process
E) olecranon process

Question 37

Figure 7- 3 The Scapula
Use Figure 7- 3 to answer the following questions:
Identify the structure labeled "1."

A) acromion
B) coracoid process
C) spine
D) scapular process
E) scapular notch

Question 38

The medial bulge at your ankle is a projection from the

A) talus.
B) calcaneus.
C) tibia.
D) femur.
E) fibula.

Question 39

The weight of the body is supported by the

A) distal metacarpals.
B) proximal metatarsals.
C) distal metarsals.
D) calcaneus.
E) both C and D

Question 40

Figure 7- 4 The Humerus
Use Figure 7- 4 to answer the following questions:
Identify the place where the humerus often fractures.

A) 1
B) 2
C) 5
D) 6
E) 7

Question 41

Each of the following landmarks is associated with the occipital bone except the

A) superficial nuchal lines.
B) petrous process.
C) jugular foramen.
D) hypoglossal canals.
E) occipital crest.

Question 42

Tina falls and fractures her pisiform bone. What part of her body was injured?

A) hand
B) forearm
C) foot
D) ankle
E) wrist

Question 43

The pelvic organs are mostly found within the

A) ishial fossa.
B) iliac fossa.
C) ishial spine.
D) obturator foramen.
E) pubic symphysis.

Question 44

The bony portion of the nasal septum is formed by the

A) perpendicular plate of the ethmoid and vomer bones.
B) perpendicular plate of the ethmoid bone.
C) vomer and sphenoid bone.
D) perpendicular plate of the ethmoid and sphenoid bones.
E) nasal bones.

Question 45

The vertebral arch is formed by the pedicles and the

A) laminae.
B) dorsal spinous processes.
C) transverse spinous processes.
D) both A and B
E) both A and C

Question 46

Figure 7- 4 The Humerus
Use Figure 7- 4 to answer the following questions:
Identify the structure labeled "9."

A) trochlea
B) medial epicondyle
C) greater tubercle
D) olecranon process
E) lateral epicondyle

Question 47

Sutures can be found at all of the joints of an adult skull, except between

A) the vomer and the zygomatic bone.
B) the zygomatic bone and the maxillary bone.
C) the mandible and the cranium.
D) the occipital bone and the parietal bone.
E) None of the above-they are all sutures.

Question 48

The four spinal curves include all but one of the following. Identify the exception.

A) pelvic
B) thoracic
C) axial
D) sacral
E) cervical

Question 49

The clearest distinction between a male and female skeleton is seen in the characteristics of the

A) teeth.
B) thoracic cage.
C) skull.
D) sacrum.
E) pelvis.

Question 50

Figure 7- 2 Typical Vertebra inferior view)
Use Figure 7- 2 to answer the following questions:
Identify the structure labeled "2."

A) transverse process
B) superior articular process
C) lamina
D) inferior articular process
E) pedicle

Question 51

Each of the following is associated with the temporal bone, except the

A) mastoid cells.
B) internal acoustic meatus.
C) sella turcica.
D) petrous portion.
E) mandibular fossa.

Question 52

What organ is located in the lacrimal fossa?

A) tear gland
B) the frontal sinus
C) the inner ear
D) the pituitary gland
E) the lacrimal ramus

Question 53

Which of the following statements about the coccyx is true?

A) anchors a muscle that constricts the anal opening
B) is more flexible in women
C) is the most caudal vertebral region
D) fusion is delayed until mid- 20s
E) all of the above

Question 54

Each coxal bone consists of the following three fused bones:

A) femur, patella, and tibia.
B) hamate, capitate, and trapezium.
C) ilium, ischium, and pubis.
D) femur, tibia, and fibula.
E) ulna, radius, and humerus.

Question 55

The bones that form the palm are the

A) metatarsals.
B) phalanges.
C) tarsals.
D) metacarpals.
E) carpals.

Question 56

The lateral malleolus is found on the

A) fibula.
B) calcaneus.
C) tibia.
D) femur.
E) patella.

Question 57

The three sides of this bone form a broad triangle.

A) vertebra
B) radius
C) scapula
D) clavicle
E) sternum

Question 58

Figure 7- 6 The Femur
Use Figure 7- 6 to answer the following questions:
Identify the diaphysis of the femur.

A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 5
E) 7

Question 59

Figure 7- 5 Bones of the Ankle and Foot
Use Figure 7- 5 to answer the following questions:
On which bone does the tibia press?

A) 9
B) 1
C) 2
D) 7
E) 3

Question 60

Premature closure of the sagittal suture would result in

A) death.
B) a distorted head with one side being longer than the other.
C) a long and narrow head.
D) an unusually small head.
E) a very broad head.

Question 61

A point of attachment for muscles that rotate or extend the head is the

A) medial concha.
B) posterior clinoid process.
C) mastoid process.
D) styloid process.
E) articular tubercle.

Question 62

A nerve that carries sensory information from the teeth and gums of the lower jaw passes through the

A) ramus of the mandible.
B) mental foramen.
C) condylar process.
D) mandibular foramen.
E) maxillary foramen.

Question 63

Figure 7- 3 The Scapula
Use Figure 7- 3 to answer the following questions:
Identify the structure labeled "7."

A) acromion
B) scapular process
C) coracoid process
D) spine
E) scapular notch

Question 64

Ligaments that support the hyoid bone are attached to the

A) styloid process.
B) posterior clinoid process.
C) mastoid process.
D) middle concha.
E) articular tubercle.

Question 65

The primary spinal curves

A) are also called compensation curves.
B) develop several months after birth.
C) accommodate the thoracic and abdominopelvic viscera.
D) all of the above
E) B and C only

Question 66

curves of the spine develop late in fetal development.

A) Accommodation
B) Primary
C) Compensation
D) Secondary
E) all of the above

Question 67

The largest component coxal bone is the

A) ilium.
B) ischium.
C) tibia.
D) pubis.
E) femur.

Question 68

The ligamentum nuchae

A) attaches the sternum to the ribs.
B) helps to hold the head in an upright position.
C) stabilizes the lumbar vertebrae.
D) attaches the atlas to the occipital bone of the skull.
E) attaches the ribs to the thoracic vertebrae.

Question 69

Figure 7- 2 Typical Vertebra inferior view)
Use Figure 7- 2 to answer the following questions:
Identify the structure labeled "1."

A) spinous process
B) transverse articular facet
C) pedicle
D) lamina
E) transverse process

Question 70

The radius articulates with the

A) humerus.
B) carpals.
C) ulna.
D) all of the above
E) A and C only

Question 71

Each of the following structures is associated with the sphenoid bone, except the

A) pterygoid processes.
B) foramen ovale.
C) sella turcica.
D) optic canals.
E) cribriform plate.

Question 72

Jack gets into a fight and is punched in the nose. Which of the following bones might be fractured?

A) temporal bone
B) mandible
C) parietal bone
D) sphenoid bone
E) ethmoid bone

Question 73

As you move caudally along the spinal column,

A) the vertebral foramina become relatively smaller.
B) the vertebral bodies become relatively larger.
C) the dorsal spines grow progressively longer.
D) A and B only
E) A, B, and C

Question 74

Compared to the male skeleton, the female skeleton

A) is heavier.
B) is larger.
C) has a greater angle inferior to the pubic symphysis.
D) has a smaller average cranium.
E) both C and D

Question 75

The bones that give the hand a wide range of motion are the

A) metacarpals.
B) phalanges.
C) tarsals.
D) carpals.
E) metatarsals.

Question 76

Which of the following is not a part of the pelvis?

A) sacrum
B) lumbar vertebrae
C) coxal bone
D) coccyx
E) both B and D

Question 77

The most significant skull growth occurs before the age of

A) 4.
B) 5.
C) 3.
D) 1.
E) 2.

Question 78

Each of the following statements concerning the development of the skull is true, except that

A) the most significant growth of the skull occurs before the age of 5.
B) the bones of the skull develop from a single ossification focus.
C) the skulls of infants and adults differ in shape and structure of the skeletal elements.
D) the growth of the cranium is usually coordinated with the growth of the brain.
E) at birth the cranial bones are connected by areas of fibrous connective tissue.

Question 79

Which of these features is located near the proximal end of the humerus?

A) olecranon fossa
B) capitulum
C) medial epicondyle
D) lateral epicondyle
E) greater tubercle

Question 80

The nasal complex consists of all of the following bones, except the

A) sphenoid.
B) frontal.
C) ethmoid.
D) maxillary.
E) zygomatic.