Muscles and Bones Worksheet
Explore the human skeletal and muscular systems with this Grade 6 science worksheet, covering functions, types, and interactions.
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Muscles and Bones: The Human Body
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!
1. What is the main function of the skeletal system?
To digest food
To provide support and protection
To pump blood
To help us see
2. Which type of muscle is found in the heart?
Skeletal muscle
Smooth muscle
Cardiac muscle
Voluntary muscle
1. Bones are connected to other bones by strong tissues called .
2. The place where two or more bones meet is called a .
3. Muscles that you can control are called muscles.
1. Name three functions of the human skeletal system, besides support and protection.
2. Explain how muscles and bones work together to allow movement.
1. All muscles in the human body are voluntary.
True
False
2. The rib cage protects the brain.
True
False
Using the word bank below, label the major bones and muscles on the diagrams.

