Deck 10: Sexuality, contraception, and Reproductive Choices

Question 1

Circumcision is the surgical removal of the

A)glans.
B)vas deferens.
C)foreskin.
D)scrotum.

Answer 1

foreskin.

Question 2

Brenda is a 19-year-old virgin.According to the ACOG,when should she have her first pelvic exam and pap smear?

A)Not until she becomes sexually active
B)By the age of 21
C)When she shows any symptoms of menstrual irregularities
D)At age 30

Answer 2

By the age of 21

Question 3

Recall Abbey's Student Story from the chapter.From Abbey's point of view,what does it mean to talk honestly about sex with a partner?

A)Tell your partner if you have an STI before becoming sexually active.
B)Ask your partner if he or she has ever had an STI.
C)Discuss sexual histories with your partner.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Answer 3

All of the answers are correct.

Question 4

The hormone associated with stimulating the release of an ovum is

A)progesterone.
B)estrogen.
C)LH.
D)FSH.

Question 5

The first onset of menstruation in females is called

A)menopause.
B)menarche.
C)the proliferative phase.
D)the secretory phase.

Question 6

Endometriosis is a condition in which endometrial tissue grows in areas ________ the uterus.

A)inside
B)outside
C)in the walls of
D)deep within

Question 7

The mixture of sperm and seminal fluid is called

A)semen.
B)urethra.
C)the prostate gland.
D)seminal vesicles.

Question 8

All of the following statements are true regarding the ovaries except

A)the ovaries are where the ova are stored.
B)midway through a woman's cycle,she ovulates.
C)during ovulation an egg forms in one of the ovaries.
D)the ovaries produce estrogen.

Question 9

All of the following can exacerbate PMS symptoms except

A)smoking.
B)stress.
C)alcohol.
D)exercise.

Question 10

The term vulva refers to a woman's

A)clitoris.
B)external genitalia collectively.
C)internal reproductive organs.
D)vaginal area.

Question 11

Janet wants to reduce her PMS symptoms naturally without using any prescription or over-the-counter medications.Which of the following lifestyle changes may be beneficial?

A)Reducing her intake of foods high in sugar and salt
B)Avoiding alcohol and tobacco
C)Exercising regularly
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 12

Which of the following can interrupt the menstrual cycle?

A)Excessive exercise
B)Illness
C)Excessive dieting
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 13

Ovulation occurs at the end of the ________ phase of the menstrual cycle.

A)menstrual
B)proliferative
C)secretory
D)pre-menstrual

Question 14

Amenorrhea is clinically defined as having no periods for at least

A)one month.
B)six weeks.
C)two months.
D)three consecutive months.

Question 15

Dysmenorrhea is characterized by

A)painful menstruation.
B)a lack of periods.
C)debilitating PMS.
D)anxiety and sadness.

Question 16

A female should have her first gynecological visit when she is

A)between the ages of 13-15.
B)at age 18.
C)at age 21.
D)at age 24.

Question 17

All of the following are common PMS symptoms except

A)increased sweating.
B)breast tenderness.
C)mood swings.
D)backache.

Question 18

What differentiates PMDD from PMS?

A)PMDD is less severe than PMS.
B)PMS affects a woman psychologically;PMDD affects a woman physiologically.
C)PMDD is more severe than PMS and affects a woman's daily functioning and social relationships.
D)PMDD is more common than PMS but both have similar symptoms.

Question 19

Which of the following triggers an end of menstruation around day 6?

A)Estrogen reaching the uterus
B)Progesterone reaching the uterus
C)A decrease in FSH
D)Ovulation

Question 20

A yeast infection is an inflammation of the vagina that is also known as

A)pelvic inflammatory disease.
B)vulvovaginal candidiasis.
C)human papillomavirus.
D)bacterial vaginitis.

Question 21

Transgendered individuals are people who

A)live as the gender opposite of their assigned sex.
B)express their gender as different from their assigned sex.
C)reject their gender.
D)don't identify with people of their assigned gender.

Question 22

All of the following are safe alternatives to intercourse except

A)oral sex.
B)masturbation.
C)outercourse.
D)abstinence.

Question 23

The phase in the human sexual response cycle that precedes orgasm is

A)plateau.
B)resolution.
C)refractory.
D)excitement.

Question 24

Which of the following statements regarding anal intercourse is true?

A)Anal intercourse is practiced only by homosexual men.
B)Anal intercourse is safer than vaginal sex for both pregnancy prevention and STI prevention.
C)Over 1/3 of males and females aged 25-44 have had anal intercourse with a partner of the opposite sex.
D)Anal intercourse is considered taboo by most young adults.

Question 25

The use of cell phones or similar electronic devices to send sexually explicit text,photos or videos is called

A)cyberstalking.
B)sexting.
C)blogging.
D)tweeting.

Question 26

The American Pyschiatric Association defines homosexuality as

A)a mental illness.
B)a biological abnormality.
C)a normal variant of sexual orientation.
D)an abnormal variant of sexual orientation.

Question 27

Implantation occurs when

A)the sperm penetrates the egg.
B)the blastocyst becomes a zygote.
C)the egg is released into the fallopian tubes.
D)the blastocyst lodges in the uterus.

Question 28

Which of the following contraceptive options also offer STI protection?

A)Birth control pills
B)Emergency contraception
C)Condoms
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 29

In order to remain a "virgin," Maria has decided to practice only anal intercourse with her boyfriend,who has had previous sexual partners.Which of the following risks should she be concerned about?

A)HIV
B)Injury to anal tissues
C)Gonorrhea
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 30

According to Masters and Johnson,the first stage of the human sexual response cycle is

A)excitement.
B)plateau.
C)orgasm.
D)resolution.

Question 31

Erectile dysfunction not caused from injury or underlying disease can result from

A)fatigue.
B)depression.
C)the use of certain medications.
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 32

The majority of adult males and females in the U.S.identify themselves as

A)homosexual.
B)heterosexual.
C)bisexual.
D)celibate.

Question 33

Which of the following statements is not true?

A)Sexual fantasies allow people to experience sexual situations they may not be comfortable acting out.
B)According to research,only 10% of college females have masturbated.
C)Outercourse is a safe way for couple to engage in physical contact without risking pregnancy.
D)Masturbation is a healthy and common expression of sexuality.

Question 34

Unprotected oral sex can lead to the transmission of

A)herpes.
B)syphilis.
C)Hepatitis B.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 35

Crystal and her partner have decided to use a non-hormonal form of contraception that is effective at preventing pregnancy and STI transmission.Which of the following would serve their needs?

A)Birth control pills
B)Morning-after pill
C)Condoms
D)Spermicide

Question 36

The most accurate way to define bisexuality is

A)the number of male and female sexual partners a person has had over a lifetime.
B)having romantic or sexual relationships with people of the same or opposite sex.
C)being attracted to both males and females.
D)a transitional phase of sexuality.

Question 37

Which of the following can cause painful intercourse?

A)Vaginal dryness
B)Prior injury
C)Infection or inflammation
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 38

All of the following are examples of increased acceptance of homosexuality over the last ten to thirty years except

A)the current prevalence of homophobia in middle schools and high schools.
B)the current number of Fortune 500 companies offering domestic partner benefits.
C)the number of U.S.adults who believe that homosexual relationships are always sinful.
D)cultural acceptance of the American Psychiatric Association's redefinition of homosexuality.

Question 39

Toxic shock syndrome is caused by

A)using tampons.
B)using a particular brand of tampons.
C)low-absorbency tampons
D)bacteria that grow in the vagina when a tampon is worn for a prolonged period of time.

Question 40

Sexual orientation refers to a person's

A)physical and romantic attraction to others.
B)biological gender.
C)sexual activity.
D)sexual ideologies.

Question 41

Male or female sexual dysfunction may have a psychological cause.

Question 42

Sperm can survive for ________ days in the vagina.

A)2
B)3
C)5
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 43

Homosexuality is a sexual orientation seen only in the U.S.

Question 44

Long-term adverse effects of birth control pills include all the following except

A)post pill amenorrhea up to six months.
B)increased risk for ovarian and endometrial cancers.
C)increased risk for cervical and liver cancers.
D)increased risk for cardiovascular disease.

Question 45

Male and female condoms are equally effective in the prevention of both STIs and unplanned pregnancy.

Question 46

Oral sex is a safe alternative to intercourse because pregnancy and STIs are not concerns associated with this practice.

Question 47

In Arizona,"sexting" is a misdemeanor for minors.

Question 48

The 1973 the Roe vs.Wade court decision legalized abortions up to the end of a woman's first trimester.

Question 49

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends routine neonatal circumcision of newborn boys.

Question 50

Homophobia in extreme cases leads to hate crimes against homosexuals.

Question 51

It's important to be able to talk openly about sexual history in any relationship.

Question 52

Celibacy is practiced only by older adults or for religious reasons.

Question 53

All of the following are problems associated with the withdrawal method except

A)it may cause irritation or infection.
B)it provides no protection from STIs.
C)pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm even if the man doesn't ejaculate in his partner.
D)it requires the man to have a great deal of control.

Question 54

Recall Betty's Student Story in the chapter.What does Betty consider to be advantageous about birth control pills over other methods of contraception?

A)They lessen PMS and cramping.
B)They help menstrual periods to be more predictable.
C)They are effective at preventing pregnancy.
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 55

Which of the following methods of contraception has the lowest failure rate?

A)IUD
B)Male condoms
C)Transdermal patch
D)Female condoms

Question 56

A plastic,T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus for long-term pregnancy prevention is called a(n)

A)diaphragm.
B)cervical cap.
C)spermicide.
D)intrauterine device.

Question 57

Fertility awareness methods involve the tracking of

A)a woman's menstrual cycle.
B)the consistency of cervical mucus.
C)a woman's body temperature.
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 58

The majority of college students surveyed reported using ________ for contraception.

A)female condoms
B)male condoms
C)spermicides
D)withdrawal

Question 59

The length of all menstrual cycles is 28 days.

Question 60

The contraceptive sponge increases a woman's risk for all the following except

A)urinary tract infection.
B)contracting an STI.
C)hormonal side effects.
D)toxic shock syndrome.

Question 61

A woman who is trying to become pregnant should not be concerned with making lifestyle changes (like avoiding alcohol and drugs)before she actually becomes pregnant.

Question 62

Matching
Clitoris

A)the fatty rounded tissue covering the pubic bone
B)an organ composed of spongy tissue and nerve endings
C)the tube connecting a woman's external organs to the uterus
D)collective term for a woman's external organs
E)two pairs of fleshy lips surrounding and protecting the clitoris and vaginal/urethral openings

Question 63

At least 10-15% of pregnancies end in miscarriage.

Question 64

Matching
Labia

A)the fatty rounded tissue covering the pubic bone
B)an organ composed of spongy tissue and nerve endings
C)the tube connecting a woman's external organs to the uterus
D)collective term for a woman's external organs
E)two pairs of fleshy lips surrounding and protecting the clitoris and vaginal/urethral openings

Question 65

Matching
Testes

A)the male sexual reproductive organ
B)tube that transports sperm
C)the skin sac at the base of the penis
D)two reproductive glands that manufacture sperm
E)where sperm are held until they mature

Question 66

In 2008,the American Psychological Association ruled that having an abortion posed a significant threat to a woman's psychological health.

Question 67

Matching
Vagina

A)the fatty rounded tissue covering the pubic bone
B)an organ composed of spongy tissue and nerve endings
C)the tube connecting a woman's external organs to the uterus
D)collective term for a woman's external organs
E)two pairs of fleshy lips surrounding and protecting the clitoris and vaginal/urethral openings

Question 68

Matching
Vas deferens

A)the male sexual reproductive organ
B)tube that transports sperm
C)the skin sac at the base of the penis
D)two reproductive glands that manufacture sperm
E)where sperm are held until they mature

Question 69

Matching
Penis

A)the male sexual reproductive organ
B)tube that transports sperm
C)the skin sac at the base of the penis
D)two reproductive glands that manufacture sperm
E)where sperm are held until they mature

Question 70

The embryo is most susceptible to damage from substances the mother ingests during the first trimester.

Question 71

Matching
Vulva

A)the fatty rounded tissue covering the pubic bone
B)an organ composed of spongy tissue and nerve endings
C)the tube connecting a woman's external organs to the uterus
D)collective term for a woman's external organs
E)two pairs of fleshy lips surrounding and protecting the clitoris and vaginal/urethral openings

Question 72

In a pregnant woman,hormonal changes can result in symptoms of nausea and vomiting.

Question 73

At the end of the first stage of labor,the cervix dilates to 10 cm.

Question 74

During pregnancy,a woman needs to consume an additional 500-1000 calories to sustain fetal growth.

Question 75

Both home pregnancy tests and blood tests detect the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin.

Question 76

Matching
Epididymis

A)the male sexual reproductive organ
B)tube that transports sperm
C)the skin sac at the base of the penis
D)two reproductive glands that manufacture sperm
E)where sperm are held until they mature

Question 77

More than 50% of infertility cases are caused by problems in the woman.

Question 78

Matching
Mons pubis

A)the fatty rounded tissue covering the pubic bone
B)an organ composed of spongy tissue and nerve endings
C)the tube connecting a woman's external organs to the uterus
D)collective term for a woman's external organs
E)two pairs of fleshy lips surrounding and protecting the clitoris and vaginal/urethral openings

Question 79

The fetus gains most of its weight during the second trimester.

Question 80

Matching
Scrotum

A)the male sexual reproductive organ
B)tube that transports sperm
C)the skin sac at the base of the penis
D)two reproductive glands that manufacture sperm
E)where sperm are held until they mature