Muscle Origins & Insertions Quiz - Multiple Choice

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    What is the insertion of the Gastrocnemius?

    • Mandible
    • Scapula & Humerus
    • Calcaneus bone via achilles tendon
    • Radial tuberosity of radius
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The muscle origin is the fixed attachment, while the insertion moves with contraction. Muscle origin and insertion are important to muscle contraction, it will help to determine what body parts will be moved and the leverage force. Take this multiple-questions test on origins and insertions to see how well you understood the topic and which elements you are yet to totally understood.

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  • 2. 

    What is the insertion point of the biceps brachii muscle?

    • Scapula

    • Radial tuberosity

    • Clavicle

    • Olecranon process

    Correct Answer
    A. Radial tuberosity
    Explanation
    The biceps brachii muscle originates from the scapula at two points (the coracoid process and the supraglenoid tubercle) and inserts at the radial tuberosity on the radius bone. This insertion allows the biceps brachii to perform functions such as flexing the elbow and supinating the forearm. The scapula, clavicle, and olecranon process are associated with other muscles and functions.

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  • 3. 

    What is the origin of the Gastrocnemius?

    • Olecranon process of ulna

    • Lower portion of vertebral column

    • Mastoid process of the temporal bone

    • Femur

    Correct Answer
    A. Femur
    Explanation
    The origin of the Gastrocnemius muscle is the femur. This muscle is located in the calf region of the leg and is responsible for plantar flexion of the foot. It attaches to the posterior surface of the femur, specifically the medial and lateral condyles. The other options mentioned in the question, such as the olecranon process of the ulna, lower portion of the vertebral column, and mastoid process of the temporal bone, are not related to the origin of the Gastrocnemius muscle.

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    What is the origin of the Triceps Brachii

    • Femur

    • Scapula & Humerus

    • Olecranon process of ulna

    • Radial tuberosity of radius

    Correct Answer
    A. Scapula & Humerus
    Explanation
    The origin of the Triceps Brachii muscle is the Scapula and Humerus. This means that the muscle attaches to these two bones. The Scapula is the shoulder blade bone, while the Humerus is the bone in the upper arm. The Triceps Brachii is a large muscle located at the back of the upper arm and is responsible for extending the elbow joint.

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    What is the origin of the Biceps Femoris?

    • Parts of pelvic girdle

    • Sternum

    • Scapula & Humerus

    • Vertebral Column

    Correct Answer
    A. Parts of pelvic girdle
    Explanation
    The biceps femoris is a two-headed muscle located on the back of the thigh, and it's one of the hamstring muscles that play a crucial role in bending the knee and extending the hip. The long head originates from the ischial tuberosity, a bony prominence in the pelvis, while the short head originates from the femur, the thigh bone.

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    What is the insertion of the Biceps Brachii?

    • Calcaneus bone via achilles tendon

    • Radial tuberosity of radius

    • Tibia & Fibula

    • Clavicle & Scapula

    Correct Answer
    A. Radial tuberosity of radius
    Explanation
    The insertion of the Biceps Brachii is the radial tuberosity of the radius. This means that the tendon of the Biceps Brachii muscle attaches to a bony prominence on the radius bone in the forearm.

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    What is the insertion of the Trapezius?

    • Humerus

    • Mandible

    • Clavicle & Scapula

    • Sternum

    Correct Answer
    A. Clavicle & Scapula
    Explanation
    The insertion of the Trapezius muscle is the Clavicle and Scapula. This means that the Trapezius muscle attaches to and inserts into the Clavicle and Scapula bones. The Trapezius muscle is a large muscle located in the upper back and neck region. It helps to move and stabilize the shoulder blades, as well as assist in movements such as shrugging the shoulders and tilting the head.

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    What is the insertion of the Triceps Brachii

    • Olecranon process of ulna

    • Radial tuberosity of radius

    • Scapula & Humerus

    • Lower portion of vertebral column

    Correct Answer
    A. Olecranon process of ulna
    Explanation
    The insertion of the Triceps Brachii is the Olecranon process of ulna. The Triceps Brachii is a muscle located on the back of the upper arm and is responsible for extending the elbow joint. The Olecranon process is a bony prominence at the top of the ulna, which is one of the two bones in the forearm. When the Triceps Brachii contracts, it pulls on the olecranon process, causing extension of the elbow joint.

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    What is the point of insertion of the Sternocleidomastoid?

    • Vertebral column

    • Sternum

    • Olecranon process of ulna

    • Mastoid process of the temporal bone

    Correct Answer
    A. Mastoid process of the temporal bone
    Explanation
    The Sternocleidomastoid muscle is a long muscle located in the neck. It originates from two points: the sternum and the clavicle. It inserts into the mastoid process of the temporal bone, which is located behind the ear. This insertion point allows the muscle to have a strong attachment and provides it with the ability to rotate and flex the head and neck. Therefore, the correct answer is the mastoid process of the temporal bone.

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  • 10. 

    What is the insertion of the Biceps Femoris?

    • Femur

    • Tibia & Fibula

    • Zygomatic bone & maxilla

    • Olecranon process of ulna

    Correct Answer
    A. Tibia & Fibula
    Explanation
    The insertion of the Biceps Femoris is the Tibia & Fibula. This means that the muscle attaches to these two bones. The Biceps Femoris is one of the hamstring muscles located in the back of the thigh. It originates from the ischial tuberosity of the pelvis and inserts into the head of the fibula and the lateral condyle of the tibia. This muscle is responsible for flexing the knee and extending the hip joint.

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    What is the origin of the Trapezius?

    • Parts of Pelvic Girdle

    • External Occipital Protuberance

    • Clavicle & Scapula

    • Humerus

    Correct Answer
    A. External Occipital Protuberance
    Explanation
    The trapezius originates from the medial third of the superior nuchal line and external occipital protuberance of the occipital bone, the nuchal ligament, and the spinous processes of vertebrae C7-T12. It is one of the major muscles of the back and is responsible for moving, rotating, and stabilizing the scapula (shoulder blade) and extending the head at the neck. 

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    What is the origin of the Sternocleidomastoid?

    • Sternum

    • Lower portion of vertebral column

    • Clavicle & Scapula

    • Calcaneus bone via achilles tendon

    Correct Answer
    A. Sternum
    Explanation
    The origin of the Sternocleidomastoid muscle is the sternum. This muscle is located in the front of the neck and extends from the sternum (breastbone) to the clavicle (collarbone) and mastoid process of the temporal bone in the skull. It helps in the movement of the head and neck, including rotation and flexion.

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  • 13. 

    What is the origin of the Latissimus Dorsi?

    • Zygomatic bone & maxilla

    • Vertebral column

    • Humerus

    • Lower portion of vertebral column

    Correct Answer
    A. Lower portion of vertebral column
    Explanation
    The origin of the Latissimus Dorsi muscle is the lower portion of the vertebral column. This muscle originates from the spinous processes of the lower thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, as well as the supraspinous ligament and the posterior iliac crest. It then inserts into the upper part of the humerus bone.

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    What is the insertion of the Latissimus Dorsi?

    • Vertebral Column

    • Femur

    • Humerus

    • Scapula

    Correct Answer
    A. Humerus
    Explanation
    The insertion of the Latissimus Dorsi is the Humerus. The Latissimus Dorsi is a large muscle located in the back that extends from the lower spine to the upper arm. It originates from the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, wraps around the side of the body, and inserts into the anterior surface of the humerus bone. This muscle plays a significant role in movements involving the shoulder joint, such as pulling the arm down and back, as well as rotating the arm inward.

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    What is the origin of the Biceps Brachii?

    • Femur

    • Parts of Pelvic Girdle

    • Scapula & Humerus

    • Scapula

    Correct Answer
    A. Scapula
    Explanation
    The origin of the Biceps Brachii is the Scapula. The Biceps Brachii is a muscle located in the upper arm and it has two heads, the long head and the short head. The long head originates from the supraglenoid tubercle of the scapula, while the short head originates from the coracoid process of the scapula. These origins allow the Biceps Brachii to attach to the humerus bone in the upper arm and contribute to movements such as flexion at the elbow and supination of the forearm.

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    What is the origin of the Masseter?

    • Mandible

    • Maxilla

    • Zygomatic bone & maxilla

    • Mastoid process of the temporal bone

    Correct Answer
    A. Zygomatic bone & maxilla
    Explanation
    The origin of the Masseter muscle is the zygomatic bone and maxilla. The Masseter muscle is a powerful muscle responsible for the movement of the jaw during chewing. It originates from the zygomatic arch of the skull, which is formed by the zygomatic bone and the maxilla. The muscle then inserts into the mandible, allowing it to exert force and close the jaw.

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