Test banks for human anatomy 1

Chapter 1: Introduction to Human Anatomy

MCQs:

1.

The study of the structure of body parts and their relationships to one another
is called:
a) Physiology
b) Anatomy
c) Pathology
d) Histology

2.
1. Answer: b) Anatomy
3.

The anatomical position is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:
a) Standing upright
b) Arms at the sides
c) Palms facing backward
d) Feet slightly apart

4.

1. Answer: c) Palms facing backward

True/False:

1. The transverse plane divides the body into anterior and posterior sections.
(False, it divides into superior and inferior sections.)
2. Histology is the study of tissues. (True)

Fill in the Blank:

1. The ________________ cavity houses the brain. (Cranial)



Chapter 2: The Skeletal System

MCQs:

1.

Which type of bone is found in the wrist and ankle?
a) Long bone
b) Short bone
c) Flat bone
d) Irregular bone

, 2.

1. Answer: b) Short bone

3.

The femur is classified as a:
a) Short bone
b) Irregular bone
c) Long bone
d) Sesamoid bone

4.

1. Answer: c) Long bone

True/False:

1. The axial skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs. (False, the axial
skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.)
2. Osteoblasts are responsible for bone formation. (True)

Short Answer:

 Describe the functions of the skeletal system.



Chapter 3: The Muscular System

MCQs:

1.

The contractile unit of a muscle fiber is called:
a) Sarcomere
b) Myosin
c) Actin
d) Fascicle

2.

o Answer: a) Sarcomere

3.

Which type of muscle is involuntary and striated?
a) Skeletal muscle
b) Smooth muscle