Beginner Metatarsals Quiz

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Q1. How many metatarsal bones are normally present in one foot?

  • Four
  • Seven
  • Six
  • Five

Q2. How are the metatarsals numbered?

  • From dorsal to plantar
  • From proximal to distal
  • From medial to lateral
  • From lateral to medial

Q3. What are the three main anatomical parts of a typical metatarsal?

  • Trochlea, neck, and tuberosity
  • Neck, tubercle, and condyle
  • Base, shaft, and head
  • Body, ramus, and angle

Q4. Which metatarsal is associated with the great toe?

  • Second metatarsal
  • First metatarsal
  • Fourth metatarsal
  • Fifth metatarsal

Q5. Which metatarsal lies on the lateral border of the forefoot?

  • Second metatarsal
  • Fifth metatarsal
  • First metatarsal
  • Third metatarsal

Q6. Which parts of the metatarsals articulate with the proximal phalanges?

  • Tuberosities
  • Shafts
  • Heads
  • Bases

Q7. Which parts of the metatarsals articulate proximally with the distal tarsal row?

  • Distal shafts only
  • Heads
  • Necks only
  • Bases

Q8. Which metatarsal has a prominent tuberosity at its proximal lateral base?

  • Fifth metatarsal
  • Third metatarsal
  • Second metatarsal
  • First metatarsal

Q9. Which metatarsal is generally the shortest and stoutest?

  • Second metatarsal
  • First metatarsal
  • Fourth metatarsal
  • Fifth metatarsal

Q10. What is a major function of the metatarsals?

  • Attachment of the patella
  • Formation of the heel
  • Formation of the ankle mortise
  • Weight transmission and arch support
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