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Quiz about Muscles Are Our Movers And Shakers

Muscles Are Our Movers And Shakers Quiz

Muscles are nice and soft when we press them. When we need them to move a limb or push an object, they become strong and hard.

A multiple-choice quiz by soozy_woozy. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
soozy_woozy

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
251,590

Updated
Feb 01 22

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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4903

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Top 35% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Which hormone is associated with the increase in muscle size during weight training? Hint

Adrenaline

Progesterone

Estrogen

Testosterone

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Question 2 of 10

2. Muscles are connected to bones by: Hint

Tendons

Bursae

Ligaments

Meniscus

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which one of these muscles is not part of the rotator cuff? Hint

Subscapularis

Supraspinatus

Teres major

Infraspinatus

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which muscle of the leg allows a person to sit in a cross-legged position? Hint

Sartorius

Pectineus

Gracilis

Tensor fascia lata

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which muscle looks like a flat fish and is found in the lower leg? Hint

Plantaris

Soleus

Peroneus longus

Tibialis anterior

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Question 6 of 10

6. Sciatica is a very painful condition. The pain usually starts in the lower back and runs all the way down the leg. Which muscle is associated with this condition? Hint

Gluteus maximus

Piriformis

Gluteus minimus

Iliopsoas

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which of these are among the causes of muscle cramp? Hint

Diabetes

Chronic kidney disease

All of these

Alcoholism

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which muscle is often referred to as the chewing muscle? Hint

Masseter

Orbicularis oculi

Sternocleidomastoid

Orbicularis oris

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Question 9 of 10

9. In sport, muscle weakness can be caused by: Hint

Not enough alcohol

High iron levels

Low potassium levels

Low magnesium levels

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which muscle is NOT one of the hamstring group? Hint

Biceps brachii

Semitendinosus

Biceps femoris

Semimembranosus

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which hormone is associated with the increase in muscle size during weight training?

Answer: Testosterone

Testosterone affects both males and females. It encourages the body to make more protein and to grow.It comes from the testes in men and the adrenal glands in women.

2. Muscles are connected to bones by:

Answer: Tendons

Tendons are made up of a lot of fibers. They are very stretchy and look like cords. The fibers run in the same direction, which makes them very strong.

3. Which one of these muscles is not part of the rotator cuff?

Answer: Teres major

Teres minor is the other muscle that makes up the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff keeps the shoulder secure during movement. Teres major on the other hand, is a muscle that's attached to the side of our shoulder blade. It works with other back muscles when we do a rowing action.

4. Which muscle of the leg allows a person to sit in a cross-legged position?

Answer: Sartorius

The sartorius muscle is a long, thin thigh muscle. It starts in the groin and crosses over the thigh, down to the inner side of the knee. When it contracts, it bends the knee and turns it towards the inside of the leg.

5. Which muscle looks like a flat fish and is found in the lower leg?

Answer: Soleus

The soleus muscle is shaped like a sole fish. Together, with the gastrocnemius muscle (calf muscle), it points the toes.

6. Sciatica is a very painful condition. The pain usually starts in the lower back and runs all the way down the leg. Which muscle is associated with this condition?

Answer: Piriformis

The piriformis muscle is located in the hip area. When it is stressed, it becomes tight and presses against the sciatic nerve. The pain caused by this pressure, goes all the way down the back of the leg.

7. Which of these are among the causes of muscle cramp?

Answer: All of these

When a muscle cramps, it becomes tight and sore. Alcoholism, diabetes and chronic kidney disease can cause nerve damage, which in turn causes the muscles to cramp, although these are far from the only causes. The best ways to treat muscle cramps, are to stretch and rub the muscle. Eating fresh fruit, vegetables and nuts may help to ensure that cramps don't happen too often.

8. Which muscle is often referred to as the chewing muscle?

Answer: Masseter

The masseter is a squarish shaped muscle that is attached to the upper and lower jaw. When we eat, it contracts, causing the jaw to close.

9. In sport, muscle weakness can be caused by:

Answer: Low potassium levels

Muscle weakness occurs when we exercise too hard, or not often enough. When we exercise too much we lose water, sodium and potassium. If potassium levels in the nerve cells are low, the muscle will not contract.

10. Which muscle is NOT one of the hamstring group?

Answer: Biceps brachii

The hamstrings are found in the back of the upper leg. They work as a group, to bend the leg at the knee. They consist of: semitendinosus, biceps femoris and semimembranosus.

Source: Author soozy_woozy

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