Intermediate Greater (False) Pelvis Quiz

Q1. Which bony line on the internal surface of the ilium contributes to the inferior boundary of the greater pelvis?

• Arcuate line
• Inferior gluteal line
• Anterior gluteal line
• Intertrochanteric line

Q2. Which muscle lies within the iliac fossa?

• Piriformis
• Obturator internus
• Iliacus
• Coccygeus

Q3. Which muscle descends toward the greater pelvis from the posterior abdominal wall and joins the iliacus?

• Gluteus maximus
• Psoas major
• Obturator externus
• Coccygeus

Q4. Which description correctly distinguishes the greater pelvis from the lesser pelvis?

• The two regions are separated by the acetabular rim
• The greater pelvis lies below the pelvic outlet
• The greater pelvis lies above the inlet, while the lesser pelvis lies below it
• The lesser pelvis lies entirely within the abdomen

Q5. Which landmark forms the posterior midline part of the pelvic brim?

• Coccygeal apex
• Sacral promontory
• Ischial spine
• Sacral hiatus

Q6. Which feature of the pubis contributes to the pelvic brim?

• Pecten pubis
• Inferior pubic ramus only
• Obturator groove
• Pubic tubercle only

Q7. Why is the term false pelvis used for the greater pelvis?

• It exists only during fetal development
• It is formed only by cartilage
• It contains no bones
• It lies above the pelvic inlet and is functionally associated with the abdominal cavity

Q8. Which organs may be supported within the greater pelvis as part of the lower abdominal contents?

• Loops of ileum and portions of sigmoid colon
• Brain and spinal cord
• Trachea and larynx
• Heart and lungs

Q9. Which broad bony structures provide lateral support to the lower abdominal contents within the greater pelvis?

• Coccygeal cornua
• Pubic tubercles
• Ischial spines
• Wings of the ilia

Q10. Which statement about the greater pelvis and pelvic cavity is correct?

• The greater pelvis is completely enclosed by bone
• The greater pelvis contains the perineum
• The greater pelvis is located below the pelvic outlet
• The greater pelvis is continuous with the abdominal cavity