Systems Review Quiz

1. Walking is possible because of the coordinated activities of _______________ systems of the body.

2. When the sense of _______________ is not functioning properly, walking is difficult.

3. Skeletal _______________ make smooth, diverse body movements possible.

4. The skeletal system houses _______________ that greatly aids the functioning of the digestive system.

5. Housed within the skeletal system is the _______________ that provides immunity to ward off invading pathogens.

6. The endocrine organs, such as the thymus, pituitary gland, and pineal gland, are protected by _______________ of the skeletal system.

7. The functions of the _______________ system are made possible by the aid of the rib cage.

8. The sometimes overactive _______________ system can cause problems to the skeletal system, such as the development of rheumatoid arthritis.

9. Walking can be made difficult when the skeletal system develops _______________ as the body ages.

10. The skeletal _______________ supports the weight of the body to make walking upright possible.

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