Deck 5: Sex and Your Body

Question 1

Which of the following is the route sperm take from the testes to the urethra?

A)through the epididymis to the vas deferens;then through the prostate gland to the seminal vesicles;and then to the ejaculatory ducts
B)through the vas deferens to the epididymis;then through the prostate gland to the seminal vesicles;and then to the ejaculatory ducts
C)through the seminal vesicles to the vas deferens;then through the prostate gland to the epididymis;and then to the ejaculatory ducts
D)through the epididymis to the vas deferens;then to the seminal vesicles;and then through the prostate gland to the ejaculatory ducts

Answer 1

through the epididymis to the vas deferens;then to the seminal vesicles;and then through the prostate gland to the ejaculatory ducts

Question 2

The purpose of preejaculatory fluid is to

A)lubricate the urethra.
B)allow for an orgasm without ejaculation.
C)serve as an indicator that ejaculation is about to occur.
D)provide nutrients for semen.

Answer 2

lubricate the urethra.

Question 3

The fallopian tubes link the

A)bladder and urethra.
B)uterus and bladder.
C)ovaries and uterus.
D)cervix and uterus.

Answer 3

ovaries and uterus.

Question 4

The fertilized egg is implanted in the _______________,where it grows into a fetus.

A)uterus
B)vagina
C)ovary
D)cervix

Question 5

The passage that leads to the internal female reproductive organs is the

A)uterus.
B)cervix.
C)clitoris.
D)vagina.

Question 6

The external female sex organs are called the

A)vagina.
B)uterus.
C)vulva.
D)gonads.

Question 7

Sperm are manufactured in the

A)testes' tubules.
B)vas deferens.
C)epididymis.
D)seminal vesicle.

Question 8

Womb is another term for

A)uterus.
B)cervix.
C)clitoris.
D)vagina.

Question 9

Male circumcision involves removal of the

A)glans.
B)prepuce.
C)scrotum.
D)epididymis.

Question 10

The sperm-storing structure on the surface of each testicle is the

A)glans.
B)epididymis.
C)seminal vesicle.
D)Cowper's gland.

Question 11

Male sex hormones are called

A)androgens.
B)estrogens.
C)progestogens.
D)endorphins.

Question 12

What are the two groups of female sex hormones?

A)androgens and estrogens
B)estrogens and progestogens
C)progestogens and endorphins
D)endorphins and androgens

Question 13

Which of the following is an argument in support of male circumcision?

A)It reduces the risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection later in life.
B)It does not pose a risk of bleeding or infection.
C)It may make the penis more sensitive.
D)It is a completely painless procedure.

Question 14

The glans is

A)the rounded head of the clitoris or penis.
B)the scrotum sac.
C)the spongy component of the penis.
D)another word for testicle.

Question 15

The prostate gland

A)has no known function in male reproduction.
B)produces part of the seminal fluid.
C)secretes a preejaculatory fluid to neutralize the sperm passageway.
D)is the site of sperm production.

Question 16

The purpose of the scrotum is to

A)hold the ovaries.
B)maintain the temperature of the testes.
C)transport semen.
D)protect against sexually transmitted diseases.

Question 17

Gonads include the

A)scrotum and vulva.
B)hormones and pheromones.
C)penises and vaginas.
D)ovaries and testes.

Question 18

Which of the following contains spongy tissue that becomes engorged with blood during sexual excitement?

A)labia majora
B)clitoris
C)vulva
D)labia minora

Question 19

Which of the following do/does NOT produce testosterone?

A)testes
B)ovaries
C)adrenal glands
D)pituitary gland

Question 20

The purpose of the seminal vesicles is to

A)lubricate the urethra.
B)allow for an orgasm without ejaculation.
C)serve as an indicator that ejaculation is about to occur.
D)provide nutrients for semen.

Question 21

What happens to the corpus luteum if pregnancy occurs?

A)It begins to produce progesterone and estrogen.
B)It degenerates almost immediately,and the levels of estrogen and progesterone decline.
C)It is maintained by human chorionic gonadotropin,so it continues to produce hormones.
D)It forms the placenta for the embryo.

Question 22

Which of the following is a recommended strategy for relieving PMS?

A)increasing salt intake
B)reducing complex carbohydrates
C)using relaxation techniques
D)abstaining from exercise

Question 23

Which of the following best describes aging male syndrome?

A)It usually begins at 50.
B)It occurs over a shorter period than menopause.
C)It may involve loss of muscle mass and increase in fat mass.
D)It cannot be alleviated with medical treatment.

Question 24

Testosterone is produced by which male organ(s)?

A)Cowper's gland
B)penis
C)seminal vesicles
D)testes

Question 25

Women who experience dysmenorrhea have _______________ menstruation.

A)lengthy
B)infrequent
C)painful
D)interrupted

Question 26

What is the correct order of phases in the menstrual cycle?

A)(1)estrogenic phase
(2)menses
(3)ovulation
(4)progestational phase
B)(1)menses
(2)estrogenic phase
(3)ovulation
(4)progestational phase
C)(1)progestational phase
(2)ovulation
(3)estrogenic phase
(4)menses
D)(1)menses
(2)ovulation
(3)estrogenic phase
(4)progestational phase

Question 27

Which of the following chromosomal configurations denotes male?

A)YY
B)XY
C)XX
D)YX

Question 28

Which of the following describes Turner syndrome?

A)It can cause infertility in men.
B)It occurs when a man carries two or more X chromosomes.
C)It causes women to appear masculine.
D)It occurs when a woman only has one complete X chromosome.

Question 29

How many pairs of chromosomes do human cells normally contain?

A)12
B)23
C)32
D)46

Question 30

The first visible sign of sexual maturity in boys is usually

A)the growth of testicles.
B)the development of body hair.
C)deepening of the voice.
D)the appearance of facial hair.

Question 31

Which of the four phases of the menstrual cycle is characterized by menstrual flow?

A)estrogenic phase
B)menses
C)progestational phase
D)ovulation

Question 32

Which of the following best describes premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?

A)It occurs after age 40.
B)It occurs in emotionally unstable women.
C)It is experienced by more than half of all women.
D)It interferes with normal daily activities.

Question 33

The first sign of female puberty is

A)underarm hair.
B)an increase in growth rate.
C)the onset of menstruation.
D)breast development.

Question 34

The hormones secreted by the _______________ gland(s)regulate the release of hormones by other glands.

A)adrenal
B)Bartholin's
C)Cowper's
D)pituitary

Question 35

The period during which the male and female reproductive systems mature is called

A)menstruation.
B)puberty.
C)growing pains.
D)menarche.

Question 36

Which of the following statements about hormone replacement therapy is accurate?

A)It has been known to advance bone loss.
B)It has been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
C)It has been associated with increased vaginal dryness.
D)It is increasingly prescribed by doctors to combat a range of side effects of menopause.

Question 37

Early onset of menarche has been linked to

A)lack of sleep.
B)physical activity.
C)poverty.
D)obesity.

Question 38

Which of the following chromosomal configurations denotes female?

A)YY
B)YX
C)XY
D)XX

Question 39

The release of the egg is characteristic of

A)menses.
B)the progestational phase.
C)the estrogenic phase.
D)ovulation.

Question 40

The cessation of menstruation is called

A)menopause.
B)menarche.
C)dysmenorrhea.
D)gynecomastia.

Question 41

The engorgement of tissues that results when more blood flows into an organ than is flowing out is called

A)vasocongestion.
B)orgasm.
C)vaginismus.
D)menarche.

Question 42

Which of the following is the most common treatment for orgasmic dysfunction in women?

A)masturbation
B)generous amounts of lubricant
C)desensitization techniques
D)Viagra

Question 43

The first step in treating a sexual dysfunction is

A)getting counseling for troubled relationships.
B)treating irrational attitudes.
C)improving sexual skills.
D)undergoing a physical examination.

Question 44

Areas of the body that produce sexual excitement when touched are called

A)erogenous zones.
B)stimulation glands.
C)estrogenic sites.
D)orgasmic portals.

Question 45

Which of the following sexual health problems in women can be caused by the organism Candida?

A)vaginitis
B)endometriosis
C)pelvic inflammatory disease
D)vulvodynia

Question 46

Mixing nitrates with Viagra can cause

A)blood pressure to plummet.
B)increased alertness.
C)an adrenaline rush.
D)hallucinations.

Question 47

Which of the following occurs during orgasm?

A)The uterus suddenly elevates.
B)The vaginal walls swell.
C)The Cowper's gland releases secretions.
D)The male urethra contracts.

Question 48

Rhythmic contractions of the male and female reproductive structures occur during the _______________ phase.

A)excitement
B)plateau
C)orgasmic
D)resolution

Question 49

The plateau phase of the sexual response cycle is characterized by

A)leveling off of reactions in the excitement phase.
B)intensification of reactions from the excitement phase.
C)a gradual reduction in sexual tension.
D)the beginning of the resolution phase.

Question 50

Endometriosis is a(n)

A)infection of the uterus,oviducts,or ovaries.
B)thinning of endometrial tissue that increases oviduct diameter.
C)growth of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus.
D)inflammation of endometrial tissue inside the uterus.

Question 51

Which of the following commonly occurs during the excitement stage of sexual response?

A)The vagina or penis rhythmically contracts.
B)The testes pull upward within the scrotum.
C)The upper end of the vagina expands.
D)The seminal vesicles release secretions.

Question 52

Male and female reactions during the sexual response cycle differ in which of the following ways?

A)Men experience a fusion of the plateau and orgasmic phases.
B)Women experience a more uniform progression through the phases.
C)Women go straight from excitement to orgasm without a plateau phase.
D)Men enter a refractory period in which they cannot be restimulated to orgasm.

Question 53

A male attempting to engage in intercourse after excessive alcohol consumption is most likely to experience which of the following?

A)multiple orgasms
B)premature ejaculation
C)erectile dysfunction
D)an intense orgasm

Question 54

Which of the following terms best describes people who feel their biological sex does not match their gender?

A)bisexual
B)transsexual
C)transvestite
D)homosexual

Question 55

Dyspareunia is the

A)inability to achieve a vaginal orgasm in women.
B)experience of painful intercourse in women.
C)inability to ejaculate live sperm in men.
D)experience of involuntary orgasm in men.

Question 56

Once they reach puberty,teenage boys experience

A)nocturnal emissions.
B)menses.
C)androgyny.
D)erectile dysfunction.

Question 57

Individuals whose biological sex and assigned gender role match the gender they identify with are called

A)cisgender.
B)transgender.
C)monogender.
D)unigender.

Question 58

The term impotence is an older name for

A)erectile dysfunction.
B)premature ejaculation.
C)delayed ejaculation.
D)orgasmic dysfunction.

Question 59

Everything you do in your daily life that expresses your maleness or femaleness to others determines your

A)gender.
B)gender identity.
C)gender role.
D)sex.

Question 60

Androgyny is best characterized as having

A)no sexual characteristics.
B)no overtly male or female identity or characteristics.
C)gender-role confusion.
D)gender identity disorder.

Question 61

Which of the following is a good way to start a conversation about sex with your partner?

A)"You don't seem to be sexually attracted to me.Why?"
B)"Why do you think you don't pay attention to me anymore?"
C)"It's really hard to talk about sex with you because I don't want to upset you."
D)"Isn't it funny how difficult it is for people to talk about sex?"

Question 62

Ovaries produce testosterone.

Question 63

Paul's concern over Fatima's lack of orgasm has led to

A)erectile dysfunction.
B)lack of desire.
C)orgasmic dysfunction.
D)autoeroticism.

Question 64

A common explanation for female genital cutting is to control a woman's sexuality.

Question 65

People who identify as bisexual

A)are more or less equally attracted to men and women.
B)used to be attracted to one gender but now like another.
C)cannot decide which gender they really like.
D)have markedly low sexual desire.

Question 66

The most extreme form of sexual coercion is

A)seduction.
B)harassment.
C)solicitation.
D)rape.

Question 67

In women,the urethra is located behind the vagina.

Question 68

Oral stimulation of the penis with the mouth is called

A)cunnilingus.
B)masturbation.
C)fellatio.
D)coitus.

Question 69

Biological sex is a component of sexuality.

Question 70

The purpose of the clitoris is to produce germ cells.

Question 71

Which of the following is a finding of recent experimental research on sexual orientation?

A)Environment plays a large role in determining gender identity.
B)There is no difference between the brains of heterosexuals and homosexuals.
C)Having several sons reduces the chances of having a homosexual child.
D)Exposure to hormones in the womb may have an effect on sexual orientation.

Question 72

Preejaculatory fluid may contain sperm.

Question 73

Which of the following would be the best initial approach to resolving the conflict in Paul and Fatima's sexual relationship?

A)Fatima should fake orgasm to make Paul more comfortable and boost his confidence.
B)Paul should seek a prescription drug for his sexual dysfunction.
C)Fatima and Paul should drink before having sex to become more relaxed about it.
D)Fatima and Paul should establish open communication about what they want in their sexual relationship.

Question 74

Of the following possibilities,Fatima's sexual response is most likely due to

A)vaginismus.
B)orgasmic dysfunction.
C)a need for direct clitoral stimulation.
D)guilt over the sexual behaviors she engages in.

Question 75

Oral stimulation of the female genitalia is called

A)cunnilingus.
B)masturbation.
C)fellatio.
D)coitus.

Question 76

An umbrella term for behavior aimed at sexual self-stimulation is

A)autoeroticism.
B)erotic fantasy.
C)masturbation.
D)foreplay.

Question 77

In men,urine often mixes with semen before exiting the urethra.

Question 78

Which of the following forms of commercial sex involves physical contact?

A)pornography
B)prostitution
C)cybersex
D)online porn

Question 79

Adolescent sexual interaction

A)is limited to heterosexual relationships.
B)largely determines the person's adult sexual orientation.
C)is an indicator of social maturity.
D)usually takes place within the context of dating or partying.

Question 80

Which of the following is true of sexual orientation?

A)It is defined by a continuum of attraction.
B)It involves choosing to be either heterosexual or homosexual.
C)It consists of random,unpredictable sexual impulses.
D)It is independent of emotional and romantic attraction.