A Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the best answer. 1. Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? LET'S CHECK a it protects the delicate organs of the body, b. It supports the body c It transports food to the different parts of the body. It enables the body to move 2 What is the function of the axial skeleton? ait aids in the movement of the body. cit protect the delicate organs of the body. b. It connects the muscles to the skeleton d. It acts as a shock absorber. 3. What is a characteristic of ligaments? a Can stretch to facilitate the movement of the bones. b. The ends are covered with an oil-like fluid that acts as lubrication c Can enable the bones to move freely in all directions d. Can connect the ends of muscles to the bones 4. Which of the following bones protect the brain? a backbone Cribs b. hipbones d. skull 5. Which of the following components of the skeletal system holds two bones together? a. cartilage c. ligament b. joint d. tendon 6. Which of the following protect the heart and lungs from injury? a skull and breastbone Cribs and collarbones b. shoulder blade and collarbones d. ribs and breastbone