Beginner Semimembranosus Quiz
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Q1. Which compartment of the thigh contains semimembranosus?
- Anterior compartment
- Medial compartment
- Lateral compartment of the leg
- Posterior compartment
Q2. From which bony landmark does semimembranosus originate?
- Pubic tubercle
- Greater trochanter
- Anterior superior iliac spine
- Ischial tuberosity
Q3. Which nerve supplies semimembranosus?
- Common fibular division of the sciatic nerve
- Femoral nerve
- Obturator nerve
- Tibial division of the sciatic nerve
Q4. What is a major action of semimembranosus at the hip?
- Hip flexion
- Hip extension
- Hip lateral rotation only
- Hip abduction
Q5. What is a major action of semimembranosus at the knee?
- Knee extension
- Knee flexion
- Ankle plantarflexion
- Ankle dorsiflexion
Q6. Where does semimembranosus principally insert?
- Fibular head
- Lateral femoral condyle
- Posterior medial condyle of the tibia
- Tibial tuberosity
Q7. What rotational action can semimembranosus produce when the knee is flexed?
- Lateral rotation of the leg
- Lateral rotation of the patella
- Pronation of the foot
- Medial rotation of the leg
Q8. Which muscle is another medial hamstring located superficial to semimembranosus?
- Semitendinosus
- Vastus lateralis
- Rectus femoris
- Adductor longus
Q9. Which two major joints are crossed by semimembranosus?
- Knee and ankle
- Hip and ankle
- Ankle and subtalar
- Hip and knee
Q10. Which description best fits semimembranosus?
- A quadriceps muscle that extends the knee
- A medial thigh adductor that does not cross the knee
- A lateral leg muscle that everts the foot
- A medial hamstring acting at the hip and knee