Quiz: Muscular System Trivia Questions

5 Questions | By Brtbelangr | Updated: Mar 22, 2022 | Attempts: 633

This quiz has Muscular System Trivia Questions that are perfect for those of us who are having a hard time when it comes to an understanding the muscle system. It is a quick one that is designed to help you see if you know the basics of this system. Give it a try and be sure to check out other quizzes on the system.

Questions and Answers

1.

The capacity of a muscle cell to shorten forcefully is known as
- A.
  
  Contractitlity
- B.
  
  Excitability
- C.
  
  Extensibility
- D.
  
  Elasticity
- E.
  
  Flexibility
2.

Muscles exhibit the property of excitability. This means that the muscle
- A.
  
  Shortens its length
- B.
  
  Recoils to its original resting length.
- C.
  
  Stretches beyond its normal length.
- D.
  
  Responds to stimulation by the nervous system.
- E.
  
  Excites itself.
3.

Identify the statement concerning general functional characteristics of muscle that is true.
- A.
  
  Muscle tissue shortens forcefully but lengthens passively.
- B.
  
  Muscle tissue shortens passively but lengthens forcefully.
- C.
  
  Muscle tissue can get shorter, but can not get longer.
- D.
  
  Muscle tissue can get longer, but can not get shorter.
- E.
  
  None of the above statements are true.
4.

Identify the statement concerning skeletal muscle that is true.
- A.
  
  It comprises about 20% of the body's weight.
- B.
  
  It propels urine through the urinary tract.
- C.
  
  Its function is largely under involuntary control.
- D.
  
  It is a kind of connective tissue.
- E.
  
  It is responsible for locomotion.
5.

A cord or strap of dense tissue that connects a muscle to bone is called a:
- A.
  
  Tendon
- B.
  
  Ligament
- C.
  
  Bursa
- D.
  
  Arthiritis