Human Reproduction - Section 1

Question 1

What is the gland that starts puberty?

a. Thyroid
b. Adrenal
c. Pituitary
d. Hypothalamus

Answer 1

c. Pituitary

Question 2

At what age does menstruation usually begin?

a. 9-10
b. 11-13
c. 14-16
d. 7-9

Answer 2

b. 11-13

Question 3

Which organ produces sperm?

a. Penis
b. Scrotum
c. Testes
d. Urethra

Answer 3

c. testes

Question 4

Which one is not a physical change in boys during puberty?

a. facial hair
b. breast development
c. voice deepening
d. penis growth

Answer 4

b. breast development

Question 5

True or False:

The fallopian tubes carry eggs to the uterus

Answer 5

true

Question 6

True or false:

Pimples and body odor can be caused by puberty hormones

Answer 6

true

Question 7

True or false:

Only boys experience mood swings during puberty.

Answer 7

false

Question 8

True or false:

Condoms help prevent both pregnancy and STIs

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Fill in the blanks:

The monthly shedding of the uterine lining is called ____________

Answer 9

Menstruation

Question 10

Fill in the blanks:

A sperm cell joining with an egg cell is called _______________

Answer 10

fertilization

Question 11

Fill in the blanks:

The _______________ system in boys includes the penis, scrotum and testes.

Answer 11

male reproductive

Question 12

Fill in the blanks:

The ____________ is where a baby grows during pregnancy.

Answer 12

uterus

Question 13

Name 2 emotional changes a person may feel during puberty

Answer 13

• Moodiness
• Irritability
• Sadness
• Desire for independence

Question 14

Difference between hormonal and physical contraception

Answer 14

• Hormonal contraception (like pill) stops ovulation but doesn’t protect against STIs

*Physical contraception (like condoms) blocks sperm and protects against STIs

Question 15

Why is it important to understand sexual health?

Answer 15

• To ake responsible choices
• to protect emotional and physical well being
• to prevent unwanted pregnancies and STIs