Musculoskeletal System 4th Básico

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I. Look at the pictures and write the names of the three types of muscles.

II. Circle whether these muscles are VOLUNTARY or INVOLUNTARY.

III. Write the names of the bones.

IV. Match the terms with the definitions.

1. Tendons ______The ability of a muscle to contract or become shorter.

2. Joint ______Sternum, frontal bone and scapula.

3. Ligaments ______They attach muscles to bones.

4. Contractibility ______They connect one bone to another bone.

5. Elasticity ______Femur, humerus and ribs.

6. Long bones ______ The place where two bones meet.

7. Flat bones ______ The ability of a muscle to return to its original position
after stretching or contracting.

V. Circle the correct answer A, B, C or D.

1. Look at the picture of the umbrella. Which one of the following systems has a function that is
similar to Part X?

A. Circulatory system B. Digestive system

C. Muscular system D. Skeletal system

2. Our skeleton has a protective role. Which part of our skeleton protects our heart and lungs?

A. Ribs B. Skull bone C. Backbone D. Pelvis

3. Bones cannot move by themselves even with the presence of joints. What do they need to help them move?

A. Fats B. Blood C. Skin D. Muscles

4. Which parts of the skeletal system protect our delicate organs?

A. W and X only
B. W and Y only
C. W, X and Y only
D. W, X, Y and Z
5. The diagram below shows parts of a skeleton of an organism. What are X and Y?

A. Joints B. Blood

C. Tendons D. Muscles

6. The diagram below shows a joint found in our body. Where in the skeletal system can this joint
be found?

A. Hand B. Knee

C. Shoulder D. Foot

VI. Answer the questions.

1. The diagram below shows the right hand arm when it is bent. What muscle contracts? What muscle relaxes?

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2. Part X protects vital organs in the body. Write two organs that it protects.

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