Question 1

Which of the following hormones is produced by the testis?

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A)   testosterone
B)   interstitial cell-stimulating hormone (ICSH) 
C)   gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) 
D)   follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) 
E)   luteinizing hormone (LH) F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

The contraceptive method in which the penis is removed from the vagina just before ejaculation is called

Accepted Answer

A)   abstinence.
B)   rhythm method.
C)   coitus interruptus.
D)   douching.
E)   vaginal removal.F) B) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 3

Which of the following cell types is formed at the end of the first meiotic division?

Accepted Answer

A)   spermatid
B)   spermatogonia
C)   primary spermatocyte
D)   secondary spermatocyte
E)   spermatozoaF) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 4

The series of monthly changes that occur within the female uterus are referred to as the ____________________.

Accepted Answer

A)   menstrual cycle
B)   menarche
C)   reproductive cycle
D)   ovarian cycle
E)   luteal cycleF) All of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 5

A primary oocyte with a single layer of granulosa cells is most appropriately called

Accepted Answer

A)   a primordial follicle.
B)   a secondary follicle.
C)   a mature follicle.
D)   the corpus luteum.
E)   a graafian follicle.F) D) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 6

What is the role of NO (nitric oxide)  in the male sex act?

Accepted Answer

A)   dilation of blood vessels in the penis
B)   activation of a G protein
C)   secretion of mucous
D)   contraction of somatic muscles of the urogenital diaphragmE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Following ejaculation, a phase called resolution occurs. During resolution

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A)   a second ejaculation occurs.
B)   a feeling of satisfaction occurs.
C)   erection of the penis is maintained.
D)   sperm production increases.
E)   orgasm occurs.F) B) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 8

Sperm are produced in the

Accepted Answer

A)   rete testis.
B)   efferent ductules.
C)   seminiferous tubules.
D)   interstitial cells.
E)   vas deferens.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 9

The corpus luteum

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A)   degenerates into the corpus albicans if pregnancy does not occur.
B)   is absolutely necessary during the first three months of pregnancy.
C)   produces mostly progesterone, but also some estrogen.
D)   degenerates into the corpus albicans if pregnancy does not occur and produces mostly progesterone, but also some estrogen.
E)   degenerates into the corpus alibicans if pregnancy does not occur, is absolutely necessary during the first three months of pregnancy, and produces mostly progesterone, but also some estrogen.F) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 10

Which of the following substances are found in the secretions of the prostate gland?

Accepted Answer

A)   mucous and fibrinogen
B)   fructose and mucous
C)   fibrinolysin and clotting factors
D)   prostaglandins and sperm
E)   acid and mucousF) A) and B)
G) A) and D)

Question 11

The secretory sacs of the mammary glands are known as the

Accepted Answer

A)   follicles.
B)   alveoli.
C)   lactiferous ducts.
D)   areolar glands.
E)   vesicles.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 12

The exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids that may result in new gene combinations on the chromosomes is called ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)   crossing over
B)   synapsis
C)   duplication
D)   reduction division
E)   random assortmentF) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 13

Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?

Accepted Answer

A)   broad ligaments - help support the uterus
B)   cervix - lined with rugae
C)   basal layer - layer of endometrium closest to uterine cavity
D)   perimetrium - muscular coat of uterus
E)   endometrium - connective tissue layerF) A) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 14

Which of the following events happens after ovulation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Progesterone production by follicles declines.
B)   A negative feedback effect on GnRH.
C)   LH and FSH levels continue to increase.
D)   GnRH receptors upregulate.
E)   A positive feedback effect on GnRH.F) C) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 15

In a mature follicle, the oocyte lies in a mass of follicular cells called the

Accepted Answer

A)   theca interna.
B)   zona pellucida.
C)   granulosa.
D)   cumulus mass.
E)   theca externa.F) None of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 16

Fertilization usually occurs in the _____ while fetal development occurs in the _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   uterus, vagina
B)   uterine tube, uterus
C)   uterine tube, fimbriae
D)   vagina, uterus
E)   ovary, uterusF) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 17

The contraceptive method that not only prevents fertilization but also provides protection against sexually transmitted diseases is

Accepted Answer

A)   the condom.
B)   oral contraceptives.
C)   spermicidal agents.
D)   coitus interruptus.
E)   the diaphragm.F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following hormones would decrease if an adult male were castrated (testes removed) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   GnRH
B)   FSH
C)   LH
D)   testosterone
E)   ADHF) All of the above
G) C) and E)

Question 19

Impotence occurs when

Accepted Answer

A)   the erectile tissues of the penis fill with blood.
B)   semen accumulates in the urethra.
C)   an erection cannot be achieved or maintained.
D)   semen moves out of the urethra.
E)   sperm cell production decreases.F) D) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 20

Once GnRH is released from the hypothalamus and enters the hypothalamohypophysial portal system,

Accepted Answer

A)   testosterone is released from the anterior pituitary.
B)   the interstitial cells produce inhibin.
C)   estrogen production increases.
D)   FSH and LH secretion will occur.
E)   it will inhibit FSH and LH secretion.F) C) and E)
G) D) and E)

Exam 28: Reproductive System

Fertilization usually occurs in the _____ while fetal development occurs in the _____.

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Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?

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The secretory sacs of the mammary glands are known as the

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In a mature follicle, the oocyte lies in a mass of follicular cells called the

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Impotence occurs when

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The exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids that may result in new gene combinations on the chromosomes is called ____________.

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A primary oocyte with a single layer of granulosa cells is most appropriately called

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Sperm are produced in the

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What is the role of NO (nitric oxide) in the male sex act?

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Which of the following substances are found in the secretions of the prostate gland?

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Once GnRH is released from the hypothalamus and enters the hypothalamohypophysial portal system,

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The corpus luteum

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The contraceptive method in which the penis is removed from the vagina just before ejaculation is called

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Following ejaculation, a phase called resolution occurs. During resolution

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The series of monthly changes that occur within the female uterus are referred to as the ____________________.

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Which of the following events happens after ovulation?

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Which of the following cell types is formed at the end of the first meiotic division?

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Which of the following hormones is produced by the testis?

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The contraceptive method that not only prevents fertilization but also provides protection against sexually transmitted diseases is

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Which of the following hormones would decrease if an adult male were castrated (testes removed) ?

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Fertilization usually occurs in the _ while fetal development occurs in the _.

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