Question 1

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the cranium?

Accepted Answer

Mandible

Question 2

A patient presents with a herniated disc. Which structure is most likely to be affected?

Accepted Answer

Intervertebral disc

Question 3

Which anatomical feature distinguishes cervical vertebrae from thoracic and lumbar vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

Transverse foramen

Question 4

The sella turcica is a depression found in which bone?

Accepted Answer

Sphenoid

Question 5

Which of the following best describes scoliosis?

Accepted Answer

Lateral curvature of the vertebral column

Question 6

Which bone forms the anterior portion of the cranial base and contains the cribriform plate?

Accepted Answer

Ethmoid

Question 7

A patient with kyphosis would exhibit which spinal abnormality?

Accepted Answer

Excessive thoracic curvature

Question 8

Which of the following is a function of the intervertebral discs?

Accepted Answer

Provide flexibility and absorb shock

Question 9

Which bone is NOT part of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Femur

Question 10

Which marking is found on the scapula and serves as an attachment for the biceps brachii muscle?

Accepted Answer

Coracoid process

Question 11

A forensic anthropologist finds a pelvis with a wide subpubic angle and a round pelvic inlet. What can be inferred?

Accepted Answer

The pelvis is likely female

Question 12

Which of the following bones contains the mastoid process?

Accepted Answer

Temporal

Question 13

Which structure forms the roof of the nasal cavity and is perforated for olfactory nerve passage?

Accepted Answer

Cribriform plate

Question 14

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of the thoracic vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

Articulation with ribs

Question 15

Which formula correctly represents the total number of vertebrae in a typical adult human spine?

Accepted Answer

$$7 + 12 + 5 + 5$$

Question 16

Which bone marking is found on the femur and serves as a site for muscle attachment?

Accepted Answer

Greater trochanter

Question 17

A patient suffers a fracture to the zygomatic bone. Which function is most likely to be affected?

Accepted Answer

Cheek structure and facial contour

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the function of the pectoral girdle?

Accepted Answer

Supports the upper limb and allows for a wide range of motion

Question 19

Which of the following is a difference between the male and female pelvis?

Accepted Answer

Female pelvis has a rounder pelvic inlet

Question 20

Which marking is found on the humerus and serves as an attachment for the deltoid muscle?

Accepted Answer

Deltoid tuberosity

Chapter 7: The Skeleton – Study Guide (Marieb 11th Edition)

Study Guide - Practice Questions