Test Your Knowledge Of The Skeletal System

10 Questions | By Houlty | Updated: Mar 20, 2022 | Attempts: 182

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This quiz will test your knowledge of the Skeletal System unit of the GCSE PE course.

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1.

Define the term 'joint'.
2.

Describe the term 'flexion' in relation to movement at a joint, and give an example from physical activity.
3.

Name the four types of fracture.
4.

Describe one of the types of fracture and an example of when it may occur due to physical activity.
5.

Which one of the following is not a joint injury?
- A.
  
  Strain
- B.
  
  Dislocation
- C.
  
  Sprain
- D.
  
  Tennis elbow
6.

What are the functions of the skeletal system?
- A.
  
  Movement, shape, body composition
- B.
  
  Production, prevention, structure
- C.
  
  Movement, protection, support
- D.
  
  Muscle attachment, support, joints
7.

Which statement correctly identifies the effect of calcium on the skeletal system?
- A.
  
  Keeps the skeleton free from disease
- B.
  
  Gives the skeleton strength
- C.
  
  Provides the skeleton with energy
- D.
  
  Assists the skeleton in the production of red blood cells
8.

Which type of injury would you treat with RICE?
- A.
  
  Fracture
- B.
  
  Concussion
- C.
  
  Sprain
- D.
  
  Hypothermia
9.

What does RICE stand for?
- A.
  
  Rest, Ice, Concussion, Elevation
- B.
  
  Recover, Ice, Compression, Elevation
- C.
  
  Rest, Induce, Complete, Emerse
- D.
  
  Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
10.

Which of the following correctly identifies the movement possibilities at a hinge joint?
- A.
  
  Flexion, extension, adduction, abduction
- B.
  
  Abduction, adduction
- C.
  
  Abduction, adduction, rotation
- D.
  
  Flexion, extension