Direction: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answers in the blank provided. A 1. Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? It supports the bod B. It enables the body to move C. It protects the delicate organs of the body D. It transports food to the different parts of the body 2. What is the function of the axial skeleton? A.lt acts as a shock absorber B.It aids in the movement of the body C.It connects the muscles to the skeleton D.It protects the delicate organs of the body 3. Which of the following bones protect the brain? A. Backbone B. Hipbones C. Ribs D. Skull 4. Which of the following components of the skeletal system holds two bones together? A.Cartilage B. Joint C. Ligament D. Tendons 5.Which of the following protect the heart and lungs from injury? A.Skull and breastbone B. Ribs and breastbone C. Ribs and collarbones D. Shoulder blade and collarbones 6. How does a muscle pull a bone? A. The muscle twist B.The muscle expands C. The muscle contracts D. They become strong 7.Which of these organs has a voluntary muscles? A. Arms B. esophagus C. Heart D. Stomach 8.Which activity is made possible by smooth muscles? A.Blinking B. Digesting C.Running D.Writing 9.Which type of muscle is involved in the beating of the heart? A.Cardiac muscles B.Smooth muscles C.Skeletal muscles D.All muscles 10. What happens to the muscles when they are not often used? A. They become big B.They become weak C.They become toned D.They become strong​