Question 1

Fertilization can only occur

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A)  if orgasms occur in both the male and female.
B)  when a sperm cell penetrates a secondary oocyte.
C)  when there is no menstrual flow.
D)  after oxytocin is released from the hypothalamus.
E)  on day 14 of the cycle.F) A) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 2

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

Question 3

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) B) 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 E)
G) All of the above

Question 5

During the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle,you would normally expect

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A)  that the endometrium is just beginning development.
B)  to find a follicle that is ready to ovulate.
C)  the highest levels of progesterone that occur during the menstrual cycle.
D)  the spiral glands to first appear.
E)  the lowest levels of progesterone.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 6

Erection and ejaculation can be initiated by

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A)  manual stimulation of the penis.
B)  contraction of smooth muscle.
C)  impulses from the cerebellum.
D)  increased blood levels of testosterone.
E)  increased levels of LH and FSH.F) B) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 7

Erection of the penis occurs when

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A)  the pubic bones move together.
B)  the bulbourethral muscles contract.
C)  lymphatic fluid accumulates in the glans penis.
D)  penile erectile tissue becomes engorged with blood.
E)  smooth muscle contraction occurs in ductus deferens.F) B) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 8

Which of the following is mismatched?

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A)  prepuce - skin that covers the glans penis
B)  corpora cavernosa - forms the foreskin
C)  glans penis - contains external urethral opening
D)  corpus spongiosum - expands to form the glans penis
E)  membranous urethra - between prostatic and spongy urethraF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 9

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

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

Question 10

Arrange the following events in correct sequence: (1) inflation and rigidity of erectile tissue
(2) arteries supplying blood to erectile tissue dilate
(3) blood fills erectile tissue sinusoids and compresses veins

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

Question 11

Implantation

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A)  occurs prior to fertilization.
B)  normally occurs in the uterus.
C)  assists sperm motility in the uterus.
D)  occurs in the vagina.
E)  occurs in the cervix.F) A) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 12

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

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

Question 13

The blood-testis barrier

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A)  feeds sustentacular cells.
B)  keeps blood from engorging the testis.
C)  is formed by the primary spermatocytes.
D)  isolates sperm cells from the immune system.
E)  nourishes the developing spermatozoa.F) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

The forceful expulsion of semen from the urethra caused by contraction of smooth muscle in the urethra and skeletal muscle surrounding the base of the penis is called

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A)  ejaculation.
B)  neutralization.
C)  physiological contracture.
D)  emission.
E)  orgasm.F) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 15

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) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 16

As a secondary follicle enlarges,

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A)  the granulosa cells are replaced with fluid.
B)  the secondary oocyte divides by mitosis.
C)  a theca or capsule is formed around it.
D)  the zona pellucida becomes thinner.
E)  the fluid within it is reduced.F) C) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 17

The layer of the uterine wall that is shed during menstruation is the

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A)  perimetrium.
B)  myometrium.
C)  hymen.
D)  endometrium.
E)  vasometrium.F) B) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 18

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

Question 19

The follicular phase of the menstrual cycle is characterized by

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A)  ovulation.
B)  rapid development of ovarian follicles.
C)  formation of the corpus luteum.
D)  high progesterone levels.
E)  maturation of and secretion by uterine glands.F) A) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 20

The duct from the seminal vesicle joins the ductus deferens to form the

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A)  prostatic urethra.
B)  epididymis.
C)  sperm cord.
D)  ejaculatory duct.
E)  spongy urethra.F) All of the above
G) B) and E)

Exam 28: Reproductive System

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

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Which of the following hormones is produced by the testis?

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

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Which of the following is mismatched?

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The major factor controlling the onset of puberty in males is

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The follicular phase of the menstrual cycle is characterized by

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Erection of the penis occurs when

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Implantation

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The layer of the uterine wall that is shed during menstruation is the

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Arrange the following events in correct sequence: (1) inflation and rigidity of erectile tissue (2) arteries supplying blood to erectile tissue dilate (3) blood fills erectile tissue sinusoids and compresses veins

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As a secondary follicle enlarges,

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The forceful expulsion of semen from the urethra caused by contraction of smooth muscle in the urethra and skeletal muscle surrounding the base of the penis is called

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

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The duct from the seminal vesicle joins the ductus deferens to form the

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

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Fertilization can only occur

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Erection and ejaculation can be initiated by

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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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During the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle,you would normally expect

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The blood-testis barrier

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