Your Amazing Skeleton: More than just Bones!
Questions:
5
Grade:
3
Words:
72
The skeletal system is like the frame of a house, providing structure to our bodies. Not only does it help us move around, but it also protects important parts of our bodies, like our brain and heart. You'll be surprised to know that our skeleton also stores important minerals. So, can you guess how many bones you have in your body? A whopping 206! Each one is unique and helps make you, you!
Question 1
What is the main purpose of our skeletal system?
A
To make us taller
B
To give color to our skin
C
To provide structure and protect vital organs
Explanation. The skeletal system is like the frame of a house, providing structure to our bodies and protecting important parts like our brain and heart.
D
To help us see
E
To help us hear
Question 2
What is another function of our skeletal system besides giving structure and protection?
A
To digest food
B
To produce sound
C
To store important minerals
Explanation. Our skeleton also stores important minerals, which are needed for various functions in our body.
D
To regulate body temperature
E
To pump blood
Question 3
Which part of the body is not protected by the skeletal system?
A
Brain
B
Heart
C
Lungs
D
Eyes
Explanation. While the skeletal system Protects vital organs like the brain, heart, and lungs, it does not protect the eyes.
E
Liver
Question 4
How many bones does a human body have?
A
100
B
150
C
200
D
206
Explanation. The human body has a total of 206 bones.
E
300
Question 5
What is the skeleton compared to in the text?
A
A car
B
A tree
C
A building
D
A house frame
Explanation. The text compares our skeletal system to the frame of a house, emphasizing its function to provide structure.
E
A computer
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