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Date	November 2021	Marks available	1	Reference code	21N.1.SL.tz0.1
Level	Standard Level	Paper	Paper 1	Time zone	time zone 0
Command term		Question number	1	Adapted from	N/A

Question

What is the primary function of the skull and vertebral column?

A. Attachment

B. Movement

C. Support

D. Protection

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Examiners report

This question had a good difficulty index but did not distinguish well across candidates. A number of candidates chose option C (support) with the correct answer being option D (protection).

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Topic 1: Anatomy » 1.1. The skeletal system » 1.1.2. Distinguish between the axial and appendicular skeleton in terms of function.

19N.1.SL.tz0.3: Which types of muscles are only under involuntary control? I. Smooth muscle II. Cardiac...
16M.1.SL.tz0.2: Which of the following bones has the movement of the body as its main function? A....
16M.2.SL.tz0.5a:
Using examples of specific bones, outline the function of the axial skeleton.
17N.2.SL.tz0.5a:
Using examples, outline the function of the axial and appendicular skeleton during physical activity.
20N.1.SL.tz0.2:
Which are functions of the axial skeleton?

I. To protect internal organs

II. To provide sites for attachment of muscle

III. To stabilize parts of appendicular skeleton

A. I and II only

B. I and III only

C. II and III only

D. I, II and III
20N.2.HL:.tz0.4a:
Outline the functions of the cranium and vertebral column during a contact sport such as boxing.
21M.1.SL.tz0.1: What are the functions of the axial skeleton?

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