Question 1

The anterior longitudinal ligament is

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A)   a paired ligament that connects the laminae of adjacent vertebrae.
B)   a fibrous band that connects the posterior surfaces of adjacent vertebral bodies.
C)   a band of fibrous tissue connecting the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae.
D)   a longitudinal fibrous band that is attached to the tips of spinous processes from C7 to the sacrum.
E)   a wide fibrous band that connect the anterior surfaces of the adjacent vertebral bodies.

Question 2

The intervertebral disc joint is called a

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A)   synarthrosis.
B)   glide joint.
C)   condylar joint.
D)   synchondrosis.
E)   symphysis.

Question 3

Which of the following types of joints is monaxial, but capable of only rotation?

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A)   saddle
B)   gliding
C)   hinge
D)   ball-and-socket
E)   pivot

Question 4

You ________ your mandible when you grasp your upper lip with your lower teeth.

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A)   rotate
B)   extend
C)   pivot
D)   protract
E)   pronate

Question 5

The joint that permits the greatest range of mobility of any joint in the body is the ________ joint.

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A)   hip
B)   shoulder
C)   elbow
D)   knee
E)   wrist

Question 6

Asuture is an example of a(n)

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A)   synarthrosis.
B)   syndesmosis.
C)   symphysis.
D)   diarthrosis.
E)   amphiarthrosis.

Question 7

The most common type of joint inflammation is called

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A)   rheumatism.
B)   degenerative joint disease.
C)   rheumatoid arthritis.
D)   osteoporosis.
E)   gouty arthritis.

Question 8

In-Text Figure Based Questions
-List the various types of angular movements. (Figure 9-3)

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A)   inversion and eversion
B)   dorsiflexion and plantar flexion
C)   circumduction
D)   pronation and supination
E)   flexion/extension/hyperextension, abduction/adduction, and circumduction

Question 9

The ligament that provides support to the front of the knee joint is the ________ ligament.

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A)   anterior cruciate
B)   posterior cruciate
C)   patellar
D)   popliteal
E)   tibial collateral

Question 10

An epiphyseal line is an example of a

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A)   gomphosis.
B)   synchondrosis.
C)   synostosis.
D)   symphysis.
E)   syndesmosis.

Question 11

The three functions of synovial fluid are nutrient distribution, shock absorption, and

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A)   stabilization.
B)   lubrication.
C)   padding.
D)   strengthening.
E)   enzyme secretion.

Question 12

When the triceps brachii muscle contracts, what movements does it produce?

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Question 13

The knee joint is stabilized by ________ major ligaments.

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A)   3
B)   5
C)   7
D)   9
E)   11

Question 14

Syndesmosis is to ligament as symphysis is to

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A)   fibrous cartilage.
B)   dense regular connective tissue.
C)   periodontal ligament.
D)   rigid cartilaginous bridge.
E)   completely fused.

Exam 9: Joints

The knee joint is stabilized by ________ major ligaments.

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You ________ your mandible when you grasp your upper lip with your lower teeth.

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The intervertebral disc joint is called a

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The joint that permits the greatest range of mobility of any joint in the body is the ________ joint.

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The ligament that provides support to the front of the knee joint is the ________ ligament.

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