Orbicularis oris ________. Naim 20:18 The Muscular System Orbicularis oris ________. A) closes, purses, and protrudes the lips B) pulls the lower lip down and back C) draws the eyebrows together D) allows blinking, squinting, and various other protective mechanisms for the eye Answer: A Learn More : Share this Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterPlus on Google+