Human Anatomy 50 questions with multiple choices and short answer questions

Human Anatomy Practice Test
University of Miami — HCS 212
Instructions: Choose the best answer for each multiple-choice question. Short
answer questions should be answered in 2–4 sentences.

Section A: Multiple Choice

1. Which structure houses the brain?
A. Thoracic cavity
B. Cranial cavity
C. Abdominal cavity
D. Pelvic cavity

2. The anatomical position means the body is:
A. Lying down with palms facing inward
B. Standing with palms facing forward
C. Sitting with arms crossed
D. Standing with palms facing backward

3. Which term means toward the midline?
A. Lateral
B. Distal
C. Medial
D. Inferior

4. Which bone is part of the axial skeleton?
A. Femur
B. Humerus
C. Vertebrae
D. Scapula

5. The femur is classified as a:
A. Short bone
B. Flat bone
C. Irregular bone
D. Long bone

6. What is the main function of red blood cells?
A. Fight infection
B. Carry oxygen
C. Produce hormones
D. Store fat

7. Which muscle tissue is voluntary?
A. Smooth muscle
B. Cardiac muscle
C. Skeletal muscle
D. Involuntary muscle

8. The heart is located in the:
A. Pelvic cavity
B. Thoracic cavity
C. Abdominal cavity
D. Cranial cavity

9. Which organ produces bile?
A. Pancreas
B. Gallbladder
C. Liver