Muscles And Fasciae Of The Lower Limb Quiz
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Are you well aware of the human anatomy? Do you also know about every muscle and fasciae of the lower limb? If yes, play this Muscles And Fasciae Of The Lower Limb Quiz and evaluate yourself. This questionnaire covers the muscles and fasciae of the human pelvic girdles, thighs, legs, and feet. Basically, a fascia (singular) is a band or thin casing of connecting tissue that surrounds every organ of the body. Let's test your knowledge with this lower limb of the human body with this quiz. All the best!
- 1.
Where does the iliopsoas muscle attach?
- A.
To the greater trochanter of the femur
- B.
To the gluteal tuberosity of the femur
- C.
To the lesser trochanter of the femur
- D.
To the inguinal ligament and iliopubic eminence
Correct Answer
C. To the lesser trochanter of the femurExplanation
Iliopsoas muscle attaches to the lesser trochanter of the femur.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the action of the iliopsoas muscle?
- A.
Extends the thigh at the hip joint; when the lower limb is steady, the muscle extends the trunk
- B.
Abducts and medially rotates the thigh
- C.
Abducts and laterally rotates the thigh
- D.
Flexes the thigh at the hip joint; when the lower limb is steady, the muscle flexes the pelvis with the trunk forward
Correct Answer
D. Flexes the thigh at the hip joint; when the lower limb is steady, the muscle flexes the pelvis with the trunk forwardExplanation
flexes the thigh at the hip joint; when the lower limb is steady, the muscle flexes the pelvis with the trunk forward.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the insertion of the obturator internus muscle?
- A.
The lesser trochanter of the femur
- B.
The trochanteric fossa of the femur
- C.
The gluteal tuberosity of the femur
- D.
The pubic symphysis
Correct Answer
B. The trochanteric fossa of the femurExplanation
The obturator internus inserts in the trochanteric fossa of the femur.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is the action of the obturator internus muscle?
- A.
Adducts the thigh
- B.
Extends the thigh
- C.
Laterally rotates and abducts the thigh
- D.
Flexes the thigh
Correct Answer
C. Laterally rotates and abducts the thighExplanation
The obturator internus laterally rotates and abducts the thigh.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The obturator internus muscle passes from the pelvic cavity onto the gluteal region through:
- A.
The lesser sciatic foramen
- B.
The greater sciatic foramen
- C.
The lacuna musculorum
- D.
The lacuna vasorum
Correct Answer
A. The lesser sciatic foramenExplanation
The obturator internus muscle passes from the pelvic cavity onto the gluteal region through the lesser sciatic foramen.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What muscles belong to posterior muscles of the pelvic girdle?
- A.
Psoas minor
- B.
Gluteus maximus
- C.
Piriformis
- D.
Iliacus
- E.
Obturator internus
- F.
Tensor fasciae latae
- G.
Iliopsoas
- H.
Superior and inferior gemellus
Correct Answer(s)
B. Gluteus maximus
C. Piriformis
E. Obturator internus
F. Tensor fasciae latae
H. Superior and inferior gemellusExplanation
Posterior muscles of the pelvic girdle are:
Gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus
Piriformis
Obturator internus and externus
Superior and inferior gamelli muscles
Tensor fasciae latae
Quadratus femorisRate this question:
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- 7.
What is the principal action of the medial group of the muscles of the thigh?
- A.
Adduct the thigh
- B.
Abduct the thigh
- C.
Flex the thigh
- D.
Extend the thigh
Correct Answer
A. Adduct the thighExplanation
The principal action of the medial group of the muscles of the thigh is to adduct the thigh. These muscles are:
Pectineus
Adductor longus
Adductor brevis
Adductor magnus
GracilisRate this question:
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- 8.
Select all muscles of the medial group of muscles of the thigh.
- A.
Adductor longus
- B.
Adductor magnus
- C.
Gastrocnemius
- D.
Plantaris
- E.
Gracilis
- F.
Sartorius
- G.
Adductor brevis
- H.
Pectineus
Correct Answer(s)
A. Adductor longus
B. Adductor magnus
E. Gracilis
G. Adductor brevis
H. PectineusExplanation
The principal action of the medial group of the muscles of the thigh is to adduct the thigh. These muscles are:
Pectineus
Adductor longus
Adductor brevis
Adductor magnus
GracilisRate this question:
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- 9.
Where does the gastrocnemius muscle originate?
- A.
By two heads from the lateral and medial condyles of the tibia
- B.
By two heads from the posterior surface of the tibia and fibula
- C.
By two heads from the lateral and medial condyles of the femur
- D.
From the fibula by the lateral and medial heads
Correct Answer
C. By two heads from the lateral and medial condyles of the femurExplanation
The gastrocnemius muscle originates by two heads from the lateral and medial condyles of the femur,Rate this question:
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- 10.
What anatomical structure is formed by fusing the tendon of the gastrocnemius muscle with the tendon of the soleus muscle?
- A.
The common tendon of the posterior group of muscles of the leg
- B.
The common tendon of the deep layer of the posterior group of muscles of the leg
- C.
The calcaneal (Achilles) tendon
- D.
The lateral and medial synovial bursae of the gastrocnemius muscle
Correct Answer
C. The calcaneal (Achilles) tendonExplanation
the calcaneal (Achilles) tendon is formed by the fusing of the tendon of the gastrocnemius muscle with the tendon of the soleus muscle.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What is the general function of the posterior group of muscles of the leg
- A.
Flexors
- B.
Extensors
- C.
Abductors
- D.
Adductors
Correct Answer
A. FlexorsExplanation
The posterior group of muscles of the leg are mainly flexors.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Select the muscles that are attached (inserted) to the tibial tuberosity?
- A.
Quadriceps femoris
- B.
Plantaris
- C.
Sartorius
- D.
Gracilis
- E.
Biceps femoris
- F.
Biceps femoris
- G.
Biceps femoris
- H.
Semitendinosus
- I.
Semimembranosus
- J.
Abductor magnus
Correct Answer(s)
A. Quadriceps femoris
C. Sartorius
D. Gracilis
H. SemitendinosusExplanation
Muscles that are attached to the tibial tuberosity are:
Quadriceps femoris
Gracilis
Sartorius
SemitendinosusRate this question:
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