Question 1

In males, both urine and male reproductive fluids travel through the

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A)   ureter.
B)   urethra.
C)   epididymis.
D)   spermatic cord.
E)   ductus deferens.F) C) and E)
G) D) and E)

Question 2

In an ectopic pregnancy,

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A)   no fertilization occurs.
B)   implantation does not occur in the uterus.
C)   a fetus never develops.
D)   no placenta forms.
E)   implantation occurs in the uterus.F) B) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 3

FSH

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A)   stimulates theca interna cells to produce androgens.
B)   primarily effects granulosa cells.
C)   increases progesterone production.
D)   inhibits LH.
E)   stimulates the uterus.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 4

The cervix is a portion of the

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A)   vagina.
B)   external genitalia.
C)   oviduct.
D)   uterine tube.
E)   uterus.F) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 5

One hormone responsible for initiating the development of follicles is

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A)   HCG.
B)   progesterone.
C)   FSH.
D)   estrogen.
E)   LH.F) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 6

Sister chromatids are pulled apart in

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A)   prophase I.
B)   anaphase I.
C)   interphase.
D)   prophase II.
E)   anaphase II.F) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

A follicle containing a secondary oocyte and a single fluid-filled antrum is called a _____ follicle.

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A)   primary
B)   Graafian or mature
C)   secondary
D)   primordial
E)   tertiaryF) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 8

A typical ejaculation results in the discharge of 2 to 5 mL of the fluid called ___________.

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A)   semen
B)   sperm
C)   seminal vesicle secretions
D)   mucous
E)   prostatic secretionsF) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 9

Puberty in a female is characterized by

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A)   adipose tissue deposition in the breasts and around the hips.
B)   increased muscle mass, especially in the hips.
C)   growth of facial hair.
D)   closure of the uterine tubes.
E)   growth of chest hair.F) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 10

Arrange the following structures in the order sperm would pass through them from the seminiferous tubules to the urethra. (1)  ductus deferens (vas deferens) 
(2)  efferent ductules
(3)  epididymis
(4)  ejaculatory duct
(5)  rete testis

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A)   5, 3, 2, 1, 4
B)   3, 2, 4, 1, 5
C)   3, 4, 2, 1, 5
D)   5, 2, 4, 3, 1
E)   5, 2, 3, 1, 4F) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 11

The interstitial cells or Leydig cells

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A)   produce sperm.
B)   form the wall of the rete testis.
C)   cover the testis with a white tunic.
D)   secrete seminal fluid.
E)   secrete testosterone.F) D) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 12

The ovary is attached to the superior margin of the uterus by the

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A)   mesovarium.
B)   broad ligament.
C)   ovarian ligament.
D)   suspensory ligament.
E)   round ligament.F) All of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 13

The ovaries and uterus are held in position within the pelvis by bands of tissue called

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A)   follicles.
B)   muscles.
C)   endometrium.
D)   ligaments.
E)   tendons.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

What is the active hormone in target tissues of testosterone such as the penis?

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A)   testosterone
B)   FSH
C)   ICSH
D)   dihydrotestosteroneE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

The major factor controlling the onset of puberty in males is

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A)   a decrease in GnRH levels.
B)   the production of testosterone by the testes.
C)   the ability of the pituitary to secrete FSH and LH.
D)   the hypothalamus becoming less sensitive to the inhibitory effects of androgens.
E)   None of these choices is correct.F) A) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 16

Assume a couple has just completed intercourse and sperm have been deposited in the woman's reproductive tract. Trace the pathway of the sperm through the female reproductive tract to the point where fertilization will most likely occur. (1)  cervix
(2)  fallopian tubes
(3)  cavity of uterus
(4)  vagina

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A)   1, 2, 3, 4
B)   4, 1, 3, 2
C)   4, 3, 1, 2
D)   4, 3, 2, 1
E)   1, 3, 2, 4F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 17

A reduction division is one in which

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A)   the chemical reactions of oxidation and reduction take place.
B)   the daughter cells receive only half as many chromosomes as the parent cell had.
C)   one daughter cell is substantially reduced in size compared to the parent cell.
D)   the size of chromosomes is reduced from double-stranded to single-stranded.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 18

The placenta produces both

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A)   estrogen and progesterone.
B)   progesterone and prolactin.
C)   prolactin and FSH.
D)   androgens and estrogens.
E)   oxytocin and prolactin.F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 19

The opening in the abdominal wall through which the testes descend is the

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A)   spermatic cord.
B)   gubernaculum.
C)   inguinal canal.
D)   process vaginalis.
E)   perineal opening.F) None of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 20

Which of the following glands is correctly matched with its function?

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A)   seminal vesicles - provide nutrients for sperm
B)   prostate - lubricates the penis during intercourse
C)   bulbourethral glands - produce a thin, sweet fluid
D)   testes - produce most of the semen
E)   prostate - contributes most of the fluidF) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Exam 28: Reproductive System

The opening in the abdominal wall through which the testes descend is the

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Puberty in a female is characterized by

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The interstitial cells or Leydig cells

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FSH

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In an ectopic pregnancy,

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The major factor controlling the onset of puberty in males is

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One hormone responsible for initiating the development of follicles is

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The ovaries and uterus are held in position within the pelvis by bands of tissue called

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The placenta produces both

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A follicle containing a secondary oocyte and a single fluid-filled antrum is called a _____ follicle.

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The cervix is a portion of the

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What is the active hormone in target tissues of testosterone such as the penis?

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In males, both urine and male reproductive fluids travel through the

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Arrange the following structures in the order sperm would pass through them from the seminiferous tubules to the urethra. (1) ductus deferens (vas deferens) (2) efferent ductules (3) epididymis (4) ejaculatory duct (5) rete testis

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Sister chromatids are pulled apart in

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A reduction division is one in which

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Which of the following glands is correctly matched with its function?

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A typical ejaculation results in the discharge of 2 to 5 mL of the fluid called ___________.

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The ovary is attached to the superior margin of the uterus by the

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