Question 1

Ben and Joe take an orgasm-as-goal approach to sexual intimacy.As a result,they may experience _________.

Accepted Answer

Taking an orgasm-as-goal approach to sexual intimacy can lead to repetitive and mechanical sexual interactions as the focus is solely on achieving orgasm rather than exploring different ways to experience intimacy and pleasure.

Question 2

According to research,orgasms _________.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that orgasms are linked to a number of health benefits, including reduced stress, improved sleep, and increased happiness. However, they are not necessarily the goal of every sexual interaction, and they do not always lead to intimacy. There is no evidence to suggest that they are biologically unhealthy.

Question 3

Studies indicate that approximately _________ percent of women report being aware of ejaculation during orgasm.

Accepted Answer

Studies indicate that approximately 40-50 percent of women report being aware of ejaculation during orgasm. This phenomenon, often referred to as female ejaculation, varies widely among women in terms of both awareness and experience.

Question 4

During lovemaking with his partner,Harry's penis becomes fully erect,his corona further enlarges,and his testicles are pulled up closely against his body.According to Masters and Johnson,Harry is in the _________ phase.

Accepted Answer

During the plateau phase, as described by Masters and Johnson, sexual excitement is maintained and intensified, leading to changes such as full erection, enlargement of the corona, and the testicles being pulled up closely against the body, as experienced by Harry.

Question 5

It is believed that pre-ejaculate fluid _________.

Accepted Answer

Pre-ejaculate fluid is often believed to neutralize any acidity in the urethra to protect the sperm from being harmed or destroyed.

Question 6

The climax of sexual arousal occurs during the _________ phase of Masters and Johnson's sexual response cycle.

Accepted Answer

The orgasmic phase is the peak or climax of sexual arousal, according to Masters and Johnson's sexual response cycle.

Question 7

Lionel is experiencing the sensation of ejaculatory inevitability.This means that _________.

Accepted Answer

Ejaculatory inevitability refers to the feeling that ejaculation is about to happen or is imminent. This is typically accompanied by contractions in the pelvic muscles, which force semen from the urethral bulb and through the penis. Therefore, choice A is the best answer.

Question 8

Which of the following are results from a study conducted by Mah and Binik (2002)that asked men and women to rate various factors of the experience of orgasm?

Accepted Answer

The study by Mah and Binik (2002) found that, on average, men and women had similar rating scores for the experience of orgasm.

Question 9

During the second phase of Masters and Johnson's model of sexual response,a woman's clitoral glans _________.

Accepted Answer

During the second phase of Masters and Johnson's model of sexual response, which is the plateau phase, a woman's clitoral glans retracts and is covered by the clitoral hood, making it less available for direct stimulation. This is part of the body's natural progression towards orgasm.

Question 10

In order to achieve an orgasm,many women require _________.

Accepted Answer

Studies show that the majority of women require direct stimulation to the clitoris in order to achieve an orgasm, and this is most commonly achieved through manual or oral stimulation. Intercourse alone is often not enough to provide sufficient clitoral stimulation, while anal penetration is a personal preference that may or may not contribute to orgasm. Additionally, there is no evidence to suggest that women require a shorter period of stimulation than men.

Question 11

Recent research on the health benefits of orgasm reveals that _________.

Accepted Answer

Recent research has shown that men who have two or more orgasms per week live longer than men who have fewer. This may be because orgasms release feel-good hormones and reduce stress, which can have overall health benefits. Option A is incorrect as orgasms increase endorphins, not decrease them. Option B is incorrect as it states that men who have at least 3 orgasms per week are more likely to die of heart disease, which is contradictory to the research mentioned. Option D is incorrect as there is no evidence to suggest that orgasms weaken the immune system.

Question 12

If a man has a viral or bacterial infection,pre-ejaculate fluid _________.

Accepted Answer

Pre-ejaculate fluid can contain enough virus or bacteria to transmit an infection to his sexual partner. It is important to practice safe sex to prevent the transmission of sexually transmitted infections.

Question 13

The fluid that is released by some women at the moment of orgasm _________.

Accepted Answer

The fluid that is released by some women at the moment of orgasm is expelled through the urethral opening. This phenomenon is often referred to as "squirting" and is distinct from vaginal lubrication, which is produced to facilitate intercourse. The fluid does not enhance the likelihood of conception nor is it known to cause urinary tract infections.

Question 14

Researchers believe that female ejaculate is made up mostly by fluid secreted by the _________.

Accepted Answer

Female ejaculate is believed to come mostly from Skene's glands, which are located around the urethra in the female genitalia. The other options (cervix, adrenal glands, G-spot) are not directly involved in the production of female ejaculate.

Question 15

In males,the contraction of pelvic muscles that forces semen through the urethra and out of the body through the penis is referred to as _________.

Accepted Answer

The contraction of pelvic muscles that forces semen through the urethra and out of the body through the penis is referred to as expulsion. It is the third and final stage in the male sexual response cycle. Emission, on the other hand, refers to the process of semen being pushed into the urethra through a series of muscular contractions. Resolution is the fourth and final stage, during which the body returns to its pre-aroused state. Seminal push is not a commonly used term for any stage in the male sexual response cycle.

Question 16

While having sex with his wife,Roberto's penis becomes fully erect,the skin of his scrotum tightens,and his testicles pull up very closely against his body at the underside of his penis.These physical changes indicate that Roberto _________.

Accepted Answer

The physical changes described in the scenario indicate that Roberto is experiencing the typical physiological responses that occur prior to ejaculation and orgasm. Therefore, he is likely to have an orgasm soon.

Question 17

Research has shown that men in their 20s who have more than five ejaculations per week _________.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that men in their 20s who have more than five ejaculations per week have lower rates of prostate cancer in later life. There is no evidence to suggest that it affects falling asleep or causes problems with high blood pressure, and in fact, may even reduce the risk of heart disease.

Question 18

For men,ejaculation occurs in two stages,referred to as _________ and _________.

Accepted Answer

Emission is the first stage of ejaculation, in which sperm and seminal fluid are brought to the base of the penis. This is followed by expulsion, the second stage, during which the semen is forcefully expelled out of the penis.

Question 19

Which of the following is a factor that influences the intensity and duration of an orgasm?

Accepted Answer

The length of arousal prior to orgasm has a significant impact on the intensity and duration of an orgasm. The longer the arousal period, the more intense and longer-lasting the orgasm is likely to be. Vaginal and penis size have a minimal impact on orgasm intensity and duration, and hormone imbalances can certainly affect sexual function, but not specifically orgasm intensity and duration.

Question 20

Stephan is making love with his partner.He has a buildup of sperm and semen in his urethral bulb,but has not yet ejaculated.Stephan is experiencing _________.

Accepted Answer

Stephan is experiencing emission, which is the stage where sperm and semen are prepared for ejaculation and move into the urethra. This occurs before expulsion, which is the actual ejaculation of semen from the body. Seminal delay refers to difficulty in reaching ejaculation, and resolution is the final stage of the sexual response cycle where the body returns to its normal state.

Quiz 3: The Physiology of Sexual Response