Human anatomy worksheet with answers

Free printable Human anatomy worksheet: 8 problems from easy to exam level, with an answer key. Print it or save it as a PDF.

New worksheetPractise online with hints

For teachers: free to print, copy and use in class. Every new worksheet has new values and its own answer key. A link to ExamProblems on your course page is appreciated.

Name: ____________________   Date: ____________

1.Easy

What is the anatomical name for the breastbone?

  1. AClavicle
  2. BSternum
  3. CXiphoid
  4. DScapula
2.Easy

Which organ contains the islets of Langerhans?

  1. ASpleen
  2. BLiver
  3. CPancreas
  4. DKidney
3.Easy

Which endocrine gland lies in the front of the neck, just below the larynx and in front of the trachea?

  1. AAdrenal gland
  2. BPituitary gland
  3. CThyroid gland
  4. DThymus
4.Medium

Which type of epithelium lines the urinary bladder?

  1. ASimple columnar epithelium
  2. BPseudostratified columnar epithelium
  3. CTransitional epithelium (urothelium)
  4. DSimple squamous epithelium
5.Medium

Which valve lies between the left atrium and the left ventricle?

  1. ATricuspid valve
  2. BPulmonary valve
  3. CMitral (bicuspid) valve
  4. DAortic valve
6.Medium

Which of these organs is retroperitoneal?

  1. ATransverse colon
  2. BSpleen
  3. CStomach
  4. DKidney
7.Hard

An ECG shows an infarct in leads II, III and aVF (inferior wall). Which coronary artery is most commonly blocked?

  1. ALeft main coronary artery
  2. BFirst diagonal branch
  3. CLeft anterior descending artery
  4. DRight coronary artery
8.Hard

After a fracture of the midshaft of the humerus, a patient cannot extend the wrist and fingers ("wrist drop"). Which nerve is most likely injured?

  1. AMedian nerve
  2. BRadial nerve
  3. CUlnar nerve
  4. DAxillary nerve

Answer key

  1. 1. B · Sternum
  2. 2. C · Pancreas
  3. 3. C · Thyroid gland
  4. 4. C · Transitional epithelium (urothelium)
  5. 5. C · Mitral (bicuspid) valve
  6. 6. D · Kidney
  7. 7. D · Right coronary artery
  8. 8. B · Radial nerve

Full step-by-step solutions: practise this topic on examproblems.com.