Skull Bones Worksheet
Explore the different bones that make up the human skull and their functions with this interactive worksheet for Grade 7 Science.
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Skull Bones Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided image of the human skull to help you identify the bones.
1. What is the primary function of the skull?
To support the neck
To protect the brain
To help with digestion
To allow for movement of the limbs
2. Which of the following is NOT a bone of the skull?
Frontal bone
Parietal bone
Femur
Temporal bone
1. The bone forms the forehead.
2. The two large bones that form the top and sides of the skull are the bones.
3. The bone is located at the back and lower part of the skull.
1. Briefly explain the difference between the cranium and the facial bones of the skull.
1. The jaw bone is part of the facial bones.
True
False
2. All bones in the skull are immovably joined together.
True
False
Examine the diagram of the human skull below. Identify and label at least 3 different bones you have learned about.
