Nature & science · Age 8 · Structure Of Living Things & Body Systems Intro
Muscles in Action
Observe examples of muscles contracting and relaxing in everyday activities.
Module
Structure Of Living Things & Body Systems Intro
Age
Age 8
Duration
8 min
Questions
5
What's in this exercise
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Question 1
Multiple choice
When you write with a pencil, the small muscles in your hand and fingers are:
Question 2
Multiple choice
When you lift a heavy bag, your arm muscles must:
Question 3
Multiple choice
After running a long distance, your leg muscles feel tired because they:
Question 4
True or false
Even when you stand still, some muscles in your body are contracting to keep you upright.
Question 5
Matching
Match each action to the muscles mainly involved.