Question 1

Indicate which item in the following answer code best matches the description in each question by writing the appropriate letter in the blank. There is only one correct answer per question. Each answer may be used more than once. Some answers may not be used at all.
-Contains mitochondria for energy production within sperm.

Accepted Answer

A)  erection
B)  acrosome
C)  Leydig cells
D)  seminal vesicles
E)  oviductF) uterusG) inner cell massH) seminiferous tubulesI) midpiece of spermJ) head of spermK) vaginaL) prostate glandM) trophoblastN) corpus luteumO) epididymisP) ovariesQ) ejaculationR) tail of spermS) Sertoli cellsT) endometriumU) placentaV) D) and S)
W) M) and Q)

Question 2

The fimbriae and cilia usually guide the egg into the oviduct following ovulation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Why are polar bodies formed in oogenesis?

Accepted Answer

A)   to produce 4 gametes each with adequate amounts of nutrients.
B)   to produce one functional gamete with maximal nutrient content.
C)   to dispose of extra chromosomes.
D)   both (a)  and (b)  above.
E)   both (a)  and (c)  above.F) C) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 4

The scrotal location of the testes provides the cooler environment essential for spermatogenesis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The pubertal process is initiated by an increase in GnRH activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following does not occur during the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle?

Accepted Answer

A)   the proliferative phase of the uterine cycle
B)   the menstrual phase of the uterine cycle
C)   estrogen secretion
D)   progesterone secretion
E)   FSH and LH secretionF) C) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 7

The placenta performs the functions of all of the following systems for the fetus except

Accepted Answer

A)   digestion.
B)   respiration.
C)   circulation.
D)   kidneys.
E)   hormone secretion.F) C) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 8

Sperm cells are stored for maturation in the

Accepted Answer

A)   anterior pituitary.
B)   ductus deferens.
C)   epididymis.
D)   Leydig cells.
E)   urethra.F) None of the above
G) B) and D)

Question 9

Indicate whether the following functions are attributable to estrogen or progesterone using the following answer code:
-Stimulates duct development in the breasts.

Accepted Answer

A)  estrogen
B)  progesterone
C)  both estrogen and progesteroneD) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 10

Which of the following is not a function of the seminal vesicles?

Accepted Answer

A)   supplying fructose, which serves as the primary energy source for ejaculated sperm.
B)   secreting prostaglandins.
C)   secreting fibrinogen.
D)   secreting an alkaline fluid that neutralizes the acidic vaginal secretions.
E)   providing more than half the seminal fluid.F) C) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 11

LH stimulates which cells to synthesize androgens?

Accepted Answer

A)   sperm
B)   spermatogonia
C)   theca
D)   granulosa
E)   SertoliF) All of the above
G) B) and D)

Question 12

Implantation of the __________ occurs _______ days after fertilization.

Accepted Answer

A)   fetus/10
B)   blastocyst/7
C)   morula/3
D)   zygote/7
E)   embryo/10F) B) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 13

Which of the following statements concerning the placenta is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   The placenta secretes human chorionic gonadotropin, estrogen, and progesterone.
B)   The placenta serves the functions of the circulatory, respiratory, and digestive systems for the fetus.
C)   Maternal and fetal blood are mixed together within the placenta.
D)   Both (a)  and (b)  above are correct.
E)   All of these answers are correct.F) B) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 14

The following series of 10 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the uterine-ovarian-hormonal cycle. 
-What hormone can prevent step #18?

Accepted Answer

A)   estrogen
B)   progesterone
C)   LH
D)   FSH
E)   none of the aboveF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 15

Testis-determining factor directs a series of events that leads to differentiation of the gonad to the male form.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The normal site of fertilization is the

Accepted Answer

A)   ovary.
B)   uterus.
C)   oviduct.
D)   vagina.
E)   fimbria.F) A) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 17

Oxytocin

Accepted Answer

A)   is an extremely potent uterine muscle stimulant.
B)   is involved in a positive feedback cycle during parturition.
C)   is produced in the hypothalamus.
D)   both (a)  and (b)  above.
E)   all of these answers.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 18

Indicate which item in the following answer code best matches the description in each question by writing the appropriate letter in the blank. There is only one correct answer per question. Each answer may be used more than once. Some answers may not be used at all.
-Supplies fructose utilized by sperm for energy.

Accepted Answer

A)  erection
B)  acrosome
C)  Leydig cells
D)  seminal vesicles
E)  oviductF) uterusG) inner cell massH) seminiferous tubulesI) midpiece of spermJ) head of spermK) vaginaL) prostate glandM) trophoblastN) corpus luteumO) epididymisP) ovariesQ) ejaculationR) tail of spermS) Sertoli cellsT) endometriumU) placentaV) N) and Q)
W) P) and U)

Question 19

Which of the following is a female accessory sex organ?

Accepted Answer

A)   bulbourethral gland.
B)   clitoris.
C)   prostate gland.
D)   seminal vesicle.
E)   ovary.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 20

Which of the following is the proper sequence of phases in the sexual response cycle?

Accepted Answer

A)   plateau, excitement, orgasmic, resolution.
B)   excitement, plateau, orgasmic, resolution.
C)   plateau, orgasmic, excitement, resolution.
D)   resolution, plateau, orgasmic, excitement.
E)   excitement, orgasmic, resolution, plateau.F) All of the above
G) A) and D)

Exam 18: The Reproductive System

Which of the following is a female accessory sex organ?

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Which of the following is the proper sequence of phases in the sexual response cycle?

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Testis-determining factor directs a series of events that leads to differentiation of the gonad to the male form.

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The scrotal location of the testes provides the cooler environment essential for spermatogenesis.

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LH stimulates which cells to synthesize androgens?

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The pubertal process is initiated by an increase in GnRH activity.

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Implantation of the ____ occurs _ days after fertilization.

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Why are polar bodies formed in oogenesis?

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The placenta performs the functions of all of the following systems for the fetus except

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Which of the following does not occur during the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle?

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Oxytocin

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Which of the following statements concerning the placenta is correct?

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The fimbriae and cilia usually guide the egg into the oviduct following ovulation.

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Which of the following is not a function of the seminal vesicles?

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The following series of 10 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the uterine-ovarian-hormonal cycle. -What hormone can prevent step #18?

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Sperm cells are stored for maturation in the

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The normal site of fertilization is the

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Indicate whether the following functions are attributable to estrogen or progesterone using the following answer code: -Stimulates duct development in the breasts.

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Exam 18: The Reproductive System

Which of the following is a female accessory sex organ?

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Which of the following is the proper sequence of phases in the sexual response cycle?

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Testis-determining factor directs a series of events that leads to differentiation of the gonad to the male form.

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The scrotal location of the testes provides the cooler environment essential for spermatogenesis.

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LH stimulates which cells to synthesize androgens?

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The pubertal process is initiated by an increase in GnRH activity.

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Implantation of the __________ occurs _______ days after fertilization.

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Why are polar bodies formed in oogenesis?

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The placenta performs the functions of all of the following systems for the fetus except

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Which of the following does not occur during the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle?

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Oxytocin

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Which of the following statements concerning the placenta is correct?

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The fimbriae and cilia usually guide the egg into the oviduct following ovulation.

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Which of the following is not a function of the seminal vesicles?

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The following series of 10 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the uterine-ovarian-hormonal cycle. -What hormone can prevent step #18?

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Sperm cells are stored for maturation in the

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The normal site of fertilization is the

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Indicate whether the following functions are attributable to estrogen or progesterone using the following answer code: -Stimulates duct development in the breasts.

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