Chapter 1 Foundations: An Introduction to Anatomy
1.1 Multiple-Choice Questions
1) Which is the most accurate statement?
A) Historically, the relationship between superficial anatomy and internal function has
always been understood.
B) Many cellular functions were known decades before the electron microscope revealed
the anatomical basis for those functions.
C) Anatomy has always been known to reveal the relationship between body parts.
D) Ancient anatomists only described surface anatomy.
E) Ancient anatomists never understood the function of anatomical features.
Answer: B
Section Title: Introduction
Learning Outcome: 1.1
Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge
2) It is important to study the discipline of anatomy because
A) it is important to understand the link between human structure and function.
B) it provides information about both external and internal structures.
C) it will assist individuals to make informed decisions about their personal health.
D) it provides a basis for understanding more advanced courses in anatomy, physiology,
and related disciplines.
E) All of the answers are correct.
Answer: E
,Section Title: Introduction
Learning Outcome: 1.1
Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge
3) Which of the following statements about anatomical information is correct?
A) Anatomic information is all historical.
B) It describes body parts and considers probable function.
C) It addresses large body structures visible to the naked eye only.
D) Physiology and anatomy are unrelated.
E) The study of cells is useless to anatomy.
Answer: B
Section Title: Introduction
Learning Outcome: 1.1
Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge
,4) The branch of science that studies groups of cells and how they work together is called
A) physiology.
B) histology.
C) anatomy.
D) serology.
E) None of the answers are correct.
Answer: B
Section Title: Microscopic Anatomy
Learning Outcome: 1.2
Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge
5) Analysis of groups of specialized cells and cell products that work together is called
A) cytology.
B) physiology.
C) histology.
D) embryology.
E) osteology.
Answer: C
Section Title: Microscopic Anatomy
Learning Outcome: 1.2
Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge
6) The anatomical specialty that refers to the study of general form and superficial
anatomical markings is called
A) surface anatomy.
B) comparative anatomy.
, C) medical anatomy.
D) surgical anatomy.
E) systemic anatomy.
Answer: A
Section Title: Gross Anatomy
Learning Outcome: 1.3
Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge
7) Which type of anatomy refers to the study of all of the structures in a specific area of
the body?
A) surface anatomy
B) regional anatomy
C) systemic anatomy
D) gross anatomy
E) organismal anatomy
Answer: B
Section Title: Gross Anatomy
Learning Outcome: 1.3
Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge