Question 1

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) C) and D)

Question 2

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) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

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) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 4

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 B)
G) A) and C)

Question 5

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) D) and E)

Question 6

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 D)
G) C) and D)

Question 7

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) C) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 8

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) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 9

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) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 10

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 E)
G) B) and E)

Question 11

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) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 12

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) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 13

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) All of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 14

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) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 15

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) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 16

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) D) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 17

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) B) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 18

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) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 19

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) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 20

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) All of the above
G) A) and D)

Exam 28: Reproductive System

FSH

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In an ectopic pregnancy,

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Puberty in a female is characterized by

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One hormone responsible for initiating the development of follicles is

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

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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 placenta produces both

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

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

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The cervix is a portion of the

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

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A reduction division is one in which

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

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

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Sister chromatids are pulled apart in

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The opening in the abdominal wall through which the testes descend is 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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The major factor controlling the onset of puberty in males is

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