Question 1

Which of the following is NOT part of the appendicular skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Sternum

Question 2

The pectoral girdle connects to the axial skeleton at which specific location?

Accepted Answer

Manubrium of the sternum

Question 3

A patient presents with a Colles' fracture. Which bone is affected and where is the fracture located?

Accepted Answer

Distal radius

Question 4

Which carpal bone is located most laterally in the proximal row of the wrist?

Accepted Answer

Scaphoid

Question 5

The acetabulum is formed by the fusion of which three bones?

Accepted Answer

Ischium, ilium, pubis

Question 6

Which anatomical feature is responsible for the attachment of the quadriceps femoris muscle?

Accepted Answer

Base of the patella

Question 7

A patient is unable to bear weight on their leg due to a fracture in the shinbone. Which bone is most likely fractured?

Accepted Answer

Tibia

Question 8

Which tarsal bone directly receives the weight transferred from the tibia?

Accepted Answer

Talus

Question 9

In the hand, which digit contains only two phalanges?

Accepted Answer

Pollex (thumb)

Question 10

Which of the following features is unique to the female pelvis compared to the male pelvis?

Accepted Answer

Broad pubic angle greater than 100°

Question 11

A spiral fracture is most likely caused by which type of force?

Accepted Answer

Twisting

Question 12

Which ligament contains the acetabular branch of the medial circumflex femoral artery?

Accepted Answer

Ligamentum teres (ligament of the head of the femur)

Question 13

If a person suffers a fracture at the lateral malleolus, which bone is affected?

Accepted Answer

Fibula

Question 14

Which of the following is a sesamoid bone formed within the tendon of the quadriceps femoris?

Accepted Answer

Patella

Question 15

Which bone in the forearm is located medially when in anatomical position?

Accepted Answer

Ulna

Question 16

Which structure forms the gap between the pubic tubercles and is padded with fibrous cartilage?

Accepted Answer

Pubic symphysis

Question 17

Which arch of the foot is formed by the difference in curvature between the medial and lateral borders?

Accepted Answer

Transverse arch

Question 18

A comminuted fracture is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A complete fracture that fragments the bone

Question 19

Which bone articulates with the acetabulum to form the hip joint?

Accepted Answer

Femur

Question 20

Which of the following is true regarding the numbering of metacarpal bones?

Accepted Answer

Numbered I-V from lateral (thumb) to medial (little finger)

Chapter 8: The Appendicular Skeleton – Structure and Function

Study Guide - Practice Questions