Axial Skeleton Worksheet

Axial Skeleton Worksheet

Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. This worksheet covers topics related to the human axial skeleton.

Refer to the diagram below for questions in this section.

1. Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

2. The primary function of the axial skeleton is to:

3. The vertebral column is composed of   individual bones called vertebrae.

4. The most superior bone of the vertebral column is the  , which articulates with the occipital condyles of the skull.

5. The   is a U-shaped bone located in the anterior neck, unique because it does not articulate with any other bone.

6. The sacrum and coccyx are part of the appendicular skeleton.

7. The thoracic cage protects the heart and lungs.

8. List the three main components of the axial skeleton.

9. Describe the difference between true ribs, false ribs, and floating ribs.

Match each bone or structure with its correct description.