Question 1

What are the two main functions of the ovaries?

Accepted Answer

They produce oocytes

Question 2

In most mammalian female species, she

Accepted Answer

A)  controls the physical growth of the young. 
B)  nourishes an offspring in the uterus. 
C)  selects the sex of an unborn offspring. 
D)  provides all the genetic instructions for an offspring. 
A)  controls the physical growth of the young. 
B)  nourishes an offspring in the uterus. 
C)  selects the sex of an unborn offspring. 
D)  provides all the genetic instructions for an offspring.

Question 3

One of the biological purposes of vaginal lubrication caused by sexual excitement is to

Accepted Answer

A)  maximize exposure to infection. 
B)  create a more hospitable environment for sperm. 
C)  reduce the likelihood of pregnancy. 
D)  create a more acidic environment for sperm. 
A)  maximize exposure to infection. 
B)  create a more hospitable environment for sperm. 
C)  reduce the likelihood of pregnancy. 
D)  create a more acidic environment for sperm.

Question 4

Anya developed a severe bacterial infection during her menstrual period and became very sick. Her doctor stated it could be from tampon use. Anya most likely has

Accepted Answer

A)  endometriosis. 
B)  toxic shock syndrome. 
C)  amenorrhea. 
D)  perimenopausal syndrome. 
A)  endometriosis. 
B)  toxic shock syndrome. 
C)  amenorrhea. 
D)  perimenopausal syndrome.

Question 5

Maya suddenly starts bleeding profusely during one of her menstrual cycles, and she has to change her sanitary pad every hour. She is unable to continue her regular lifestyle because of heavy menstrual bleeding. Which of the following menstrual problems is Maya most likely experiencing in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

A)  amenorrhea 
B)  premenstrual syndrome (PMS) 
C)  menorrhagia 
D)  toxic shock syndrome (TSS) 
A)  amenorrhea 
B)  premenstrual syndrome (PMS) 
C)  menorrhagia 
D)  toxic shock syndrome (TSS)

Question 6

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) may occur during menstruation and is due to

Accepted Answer

A)  a sharp, shocking pain that affects a nerve in the lower abdomen. 
B)  the occurrence of heavy bleeding. 
C)  bacterial infection that causes women to go into shock during menstruation. 
D)  a ruptured follicle leads to serious menstrual cramps. 
A)  a sharp, shocking pain that affects a nerve in the lower abdomen. 
B)  the occurrence of heavy bleeding. 
C)  bacterial infection that causes women to go into shock during menstruation. 
D)  a ruptured follicle leads to serious menstrual cramps.

Question 7

A girl's first menstruation is known as ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  menarche 
B)  menstrual synchrony 
C)  menopause 
D)  dysmenorrhea 
A)  menarche 
B)  menstrual synchrony 
C)  menopause 
D)  dysmenorrhea

Question 8

Erin, a middle-aged woman, often gets depressed, angry, and irritated about 7-14 days before her menstrual cycle. She gets headaches and feels tired during this period. Which of the following menstrual problems is Erin most likely experiencing in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

A)  dysmenorrhea 
B)  premenstrual syndrome (PMS) 
C)  amenorrhea 
D)  toxic shock syndrome (TSS) 
A)  dysmenorrhea 
B)  premenstrual syndrome (PMS) 
C)  amenorrhea 
D)  toxic shock syndrome (TSS)

Question 9

During sexual arousal, a small amount of moisture is secreted at the vaginal opening by the ________ glands.

Accepted Answer

A)  Bartholin's 
B)  Cowper's 
C)  pubic sweat 
D)  Bentham's 
A)  Bartholin's 
B)  Cowper's 
C)  pubic sweat 
D)  Bentham's

Question 10

Martha, a 50-year-old mother of two, experiences fatigue and reduction in bone density. Her relationship with her husband develops a rift because of her reduced interest in sex. Which of the following hormones is Martha most likely lacking in?

Accepted Answer

A)  orexin 
B)  melatonin 
C)  ibuprofen 
D)  testosterone 
A)  orexin 
B)  melatonin 
C)  ibuprofen 
D)  testosterone

Question 11

List and briefly describe three major problems related to menstruation.

Accepted Answer

Premenstrual syndrome: It a collection o

Question 12

The folds of the labia minora meet to form the very sensitive

Accepted Answer

A)  urethral meatus. 
B)  mons veneris. 
C)  clitoral hood. 
D)  labia majora. 
A)  urethral meatus. 
B)  mons veneris. 
C)  clitoral hood. 
D)  labia majora.

Question 13

Most nerve endings in the vagina are found in the introitus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The ________ can be found within the vestibule.

Accepted Answer

A)  Bartholin's glands 
B)  areola 
C)  fallopian tubes 
D)  ova 
A)  Bartholin's glands 
B)  areola 
C)  fallopian tubes 
D)  ova

Question 15

The two components of the female reproductive cycle are called the

Accepted Answer

A)  ovarian cycle and hormone cycle. 
B)  ovarian cycle and uterine cycle. 
C)  menstrual cycle and uterine cycle. 
D)  menstrual cycle and hormone cycle. 
A)  ovarian cycle and hormone cycle. 
B)  ovarian cycle and uterine cycle. 
C)  menstrual cycle and uterine cycle. 
D)  menstrual cycle and hormone cycle.

Question 16

The luteal phase is the most variable phase of the ovarian cycle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

An important difference between the clitoris and the penis is that the clitoris

Accepted Answer

A)  has no sensitivity to stimulation. 
B)  has no function other than sexual pleasure. 
C)  has no cover that is equivalent to the foreskin of the penis. 
D)  has relatively few nerve endings compared with the penis. 
A)  has no sensitivity to stimulation. 
B)  has no function other than sexual pleasure. 
C)  has no cover that is equivalent to the foreskin of the penis. 
D)  has relatively few nerve endings compared with the penis.

Question 18

According to the dual control model of sexual response, which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Individuals who have a high propensity for sexual excitation are more likely to experience difficulties related to sexual response. 
B)  The inhibitory mechanism plays minimal role in "normal" sexuality, individual variability, and problematic sexuality. 
C)  Individuals who have a high propensity for sexual inhibition are highly likely to engage in problematic sexuality. 
D)  Sexual response is based on brain function and the interaction between sexual excitation and sexual inhibition. 
A)  Individuals who have a high propensity for sexual excitation are more likely to experience difficulties related to sexual response. 
B)  The inhibitory mechanism plays minimal role in "normal" sexuality, individual variability, and problematic sexuality. 
C)  Individuals who have a high propensity for sexual inhibition are highly likely to engage in problematic sexuality. 
D)  Sexual response is based on brain function and the interaction between sexual excitation and sexual inhibition.

Question 19

"Revirgination" is a procedure that

Accepted Answer

A)  tightens a woman's vagina. 
B)  makes the labia majora smaller. 
C)  repairs the hymen. 
D)  dilates the cervix. 
A)  tightens a woman's vagina. 
B)  makes the labia majora smaller. 
C)  repairs the hymen. 
D)  dilates the cervix.

Question 20

The two hormones responsible for the regulation of the ovarian cycle are estrogen and oxytocin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What are the two main functions of the ovaries?

In most mammalian female species, she

One of the biological purposes of vaginal lubrication caused by sexual excitement is to

Anya developed a severe bacterial infection during her menstrual period and became very sick. Her doctor stated it could be from tampon use. Anya most likely has

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) may occur during menstruation and is due to

A girl's first menstruation is known as ________.

Erin, a middle-aged woman, often gets depressed, angry, and irritated about 7-14 days before her menstrual cycle. She gets headaches and feels tired during this period. Which of the following menstrual problems is Erin most likely experiencing in this scenario?

During sexual arousal, a small amount of moisture is secreted at the vaginal opening by the ________ glands.

Martha, a 50-year-old mother of two, experiences fatigue and reduction in bone density. Her relationship with her husband develops a rift because of her reduced interest in sex. Which of the following hormones is Martha most likely lacking in?

List and briefly describe three major problems related to menstruation.

The folds of the labia minora meet to form the very sensitive

Most nerve endings in the vagina are found in the introitus.

The ________ can be found within the vestibule.

The two components of the female reproductive cycle are called the

The luteal phase is the most variable phase of the ovarian cycle.

An important difference between the clitoris and the penis is that the clitoris

According to the dual control model of sexual response, which of the following statements is true?

"Revirgination" is a procedure that

The two hormones responsible for the regulation of the ovarian cycle are estrogen and oxytocin.

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What are the two main functions of the ovaries?

In most mammalian female species, she

One of the biological purposes of vaginal lubrication caused by sexual excitement is to

Anya developed a severe bacterial infection during her menstrual period and became very sick. Her doctor stated it could be from tampon use. Anya most likely has

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) may occur during menstruation and is due to

A girl's first menstruation is known as ________.

Erin, a middle-aged woman, often gets depressed, angry, and irritated about 7-14 days before her menstrual cycle. She gets headaches and feels tired during this period. Which of the following menstrual problems is Erin most likely experiencing in this scenario?

During sexual arousal, a small amount of moisture is secreted at the vaginal opening by the ________ glands.

Martha, a 50-year-old mother of two, experiences fatigue and reduction in bone density. Her relationship with her husband develops a rift because of her reduced interest in sex. Which of the following hormones is Martha most likely lacking in?

List and briefly describe three major problems related to menstruation.

The folds of the labia minora meet to form the very sensitive

Most nerve endings in the vagina are found in the introitus.

The ________ can be found within the vestibule.

The two components of the female reproductive cycle are called the

The luteal phase is the most variable phase of the ovarian cycle.

An important difference between the clitoris and the penis is that the clitoris

According to the dual control model of sexual response, which of the following statements is true?

"Revirgination" is a procedure that

The two hormones responsible for the regulation of the ovarian cycle are estrogen and oxytocin.

Perspectives on Human Sexuality

Studying Human Sexuality

Male Sexual Anatomy, Physiology, and Response

Gender and Gender Roles

Sexuality in Childhood and Adolescence

Sexuality in Adulthood

Love and Communication in Intimate Relationships

Sexual Expression

Variations in Sexual Behavior

Contraception and Abortion

Conception, Pregnancy, and Childbirth

The Sexual Body in Health and Illness

Sexual Function Difficulties, Dissatisfaction, Enhancement, and Therapy

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Hiv and Aids

Sexual Coercion: Harassment, Aggression, and Abuse

Sexually Explicit Materials, Prostitution, and Sex Laws

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