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Chapter Assessment Lesson 4.2
Learning Key Terms and Concepts
Which spinal region includes the vertebrae of the neck?
A. thoracic
B. lumbar
C. sacral
D. cervical
Which spinal region connects to the ribs?
A. thoracic
B. lumbar
C. sacral
D. cervical
Which condition causes a lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine?
A. lordosis
B. kyphosis
C. scoliosis
D. none of the above
Which of the following is part of the thoracic cage?
A. the ribs
B. the thoracic vertebrae
C. the sternum
D. all of the above
Which of the following is true about the false ribs?
A. They do not attach directly to the sternum.
B. They do not attach directly to the vertebrae.
C. They do not attach directly to anything.
D. They do not exist.
Which structures make up the axial skeleton?
A. the appendages
B. the head and trunk
C. the thoracic cage and the legs
D. none of the above
Thinking Critically
Given your knowledge of the intervertebral discs, what activities should a person avoid to promote disc health? Name at least two activities and explain why each should be avoided.
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