Question 1

A common genital modification in the United States and other countries and cultures that involves entirely or partially removing the foreskin,typically early in life,and sometimes at birth is referred to as _____.

Accepted Answer

male circumcision

Question 2

Which of the following is the sole function of the clitoris?

Accepted Answer

A)   Its sole function is to produce pleasure.
B)   Its sole function is to procreate.
C)   Its sole function is to aid in the process of excretion.
D)   Its sole function is to produce androgens.
E)   Its sole function is to produce oxytoxins.

Question 3

The sole function of the clitoris is to produce _____.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

The entire process of producing fully mature sperm takes approximately:

Accepted Answer

A)   1 hour.
B)   24 hours.
C)   48 hours.
D)   32 days.
E)   72 days.

Question 5

Carson is trying to get his wife pregnant.His doctor has told him that his cremaster muscle isn't working properly and that is why he is having trouble impregnating her.The cremaster muscle is important for reproduction as:

Accepted Answer

A)   it helps to create the ideal temperature for sperm production.
B)   it nurtures the mature sperms in the seminiferous tubules.
C)   it helps the secondary spermatocyte to divide into two spermatids.
D)   it passes the nerve impulses from the brain to the erection centers in the spinal cord.
E)   it connects the penile glans with the foreskin and the shaft of the penis.

Question 6

Which of the following is a primary function of the follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) secreted by the pituitary glands?

Accepted Answer

A)   In females,it regulates the maturation of ovum.
B)   In females,it promotes breast development.
C)   In females,it helps abstain pregnancy.
D)   In females,it stimulates milk production.
E)   In females,it stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth.

Question 7

Pedro is an uncircumcised male.He notices a smelly cheesy substance beneath his foreskin.His doctor tells him to wash regularly and the ___ will go away.

Accepted Answer

A)   corona
B)   smegma
C)   sebum
D)   vas deferens
E)   epididymis

Question 8

The entire process of producing fully mature sperm takes about 72 days.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 9

Which of the following is an important function of the cremaster muscle in the scrotum?

Accepted Answer

A)   It helps to create the ideal temperature for sperm production.
B)   It nurtures the newly produced sperms in the seminiferous tubules.
C)   It helps the secondary spermatocyte to divide into two spermatids.
D)   It passes the nerve impulses from the brain to the erection centers on the spinal cord.
E)   It connects the penile glans with the foreskin and the shaft of the penis.

Question 10

Research has shown that when people are comfortable with their own bodies they generally do better at communicating their needs,and typically feel better about their own body image.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Vulva is the internal part of the vagina.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following glands in the human body produces steroid hormones?

Accepted Answer

A)   Sebaceous glands
B)   Adrenal glands
C)   Prostrate glands
D)   Pineal glands
E)   Thyroid glands

Question 13

Which of the following is true of the hymen?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is a tissue that covers the clitoris.
B)   It can tear only during intercourse.
C)   It is 2cm in size in all female bodies.
D)   It is a good indicator of virginity.
E)   It is typically present at birth

Question 14

Which of the following changes occur during the thelarche stage?

Accepted Answer

A)   An egg is formed in the ovary.
B)   The mammary glands produce milk.
C)   The hymen tissue is formed.
D)   A small lump is formed beneath the areola.
E)   The vaginal wall decreases in size. A

Question 15

Which of the following occurs during andropause?

Accepted Answer

A)   The depth of sensation in the genitals increases.
B)   The production of testosterone slows down.
C)   The foreskin of the penis tears.
D)   The development of secondary sex characteristics starts.
E)   The percentage of sperm in the semen increases.

Question 16

Ronaldo enjoys it sexually when he is stroked in the area between the scrotum and anus,an area called the:

Accepted Answer

A)   vas deferens.
B)   perineum.
C)   prostate gland.
D)   Bartholin's gland.
E)   seminiferous tubule.

Question 17

Which of the following is the primary function of the mammary glands?

Accepted Answer

A)   The mammary glands produce milk to nourish an infant.
B)   The mammary glands guide the ovum down to the uterus.
C)   The mammary glands secrete vaginal lubrication.
D)   The mammary glands partially cover the introitus.
E)   The mammary glands carry a woman's eggs.

Question 18

What causes the painful cramps of dysmenorrhea?

Accepted Answer

Compounds called prostaglandins are rele...

Question 19

The frenulum:

Accepted Answer

A)   connects the penile glans with the foreskin and the shaft of the penis.
B)   secretes lubricants at the time of sexual arousal.
C)   alerts the immune system of the presence of pathogens.
D)   is a delicate layer of skin that holds the testicles or testes.
E)   contains numerous sweat glands and hair follicles.

Question 20

Elaborate on the three phases of the menstrual cycle.

Accepted Answer

Throughout the menstrual cycle,the uteru...

Exam 4: Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

A common genital modification in the United States and other countries and cultures that involves entirely or partially removing the foreskin,typically early in life,and sometimes at birth is referred to as _____.

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Which of the following is the sole function of the clitoris?

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The sole function of the clitoris is to produce _____.

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The entire process of producing fully mature sperm takes approximately:

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Carson is trying to get his wife pregnant.His doctor has told him that his cremaster muscle isn't working properly and that is why he is having trouble impregnating her.The cremaster muscle is important for reproduction as:

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Which of the following is a primary function of the follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) secreted by the pituitary glands?

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Pedro is an uncircumcised male.He notices a smelly cheesy substance beneath his foreskin.His doctor tells him to wash regularly and the ___ will go away.

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The entire process of producing fully mature sperm takes about 72 days.

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Which of the following is an important function of the cremaster muscle in the scrotum?

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Research has shown that when people are comfortable with their own bodies they generally do better at communicating their needs,and typically feel better about their own body image.

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Vulva is the internal part of the vagina.

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Which of the following glands in the human body produces steroid hormones?

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Which of the following is true of the hymen?

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Which of the following changes occur during the thelarche stage?

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Which of the following occurs during andropause?

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Ronaldo enjoys it sexually when he is stroked in the area between the scrotum and anus,an area called the:

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Which of the following is the primary function of the mammary glands?

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What causes the painful cramps of dysmenorrhea?

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Elaborate on the three phases of the menstrual cycle.

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