Monday, January 27, 2020

Reproduction practice exam

Here ya' go!
If you can pass this, you're ready!


Male and Female Reproductive System Test


Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. (3-points each)

____     1.   Once sperm are produced by the testes they move into and mature in the
a.
seminiferous tubes
c.
vas deferens
b.
penis
d.
epididymis


____     2.   The purpose of the urethra is to
a.
carry only urine
b.
carry only semen
c.
carry a mixture of semen and urine
d.
carry both semen and urine but not at the same time


____     3.   The menstrual cycle is triggered each month by
a.
the release of blood from the uterus
b.
the buildup of the lining of the uterus
c.
hormones
d.
sexual intercourse


____     4.   Female infertility can be caused by hormonal problems, blocked fallopian tubes, and
a.
a cold
c.
irregular menstrual cycles
b.
lack of appetite
d.
STDs


____     5.   Sexual feelings are normal and necessary
a.
for reproduction to occur
b.
for the heart and lungs to function properly
c.
for an ovum to be released from a female’s ovary each month
d.
for teens to become adults.


____     6.   When sexual feelings occur, it is important to
a.
consciously choose to act responsibly
b.
go to a quiet place and talk about what you are feeling with your partner
c.
explore the feelings and do what feels best
d.
see a doctor 


____     7.   The external male reproductive organs consist of the penis, testes, and
a.
urethra
c.
scrotum
b.
prostate
d.
seminal visicle


____     8.   The external female reproductive organs include
a.
the vagina, the clitoris, and the mons pubis
c.
the vaginal opening, the labia majora, and the clitoris
b.
the hymen, the vaginal opening, and the uterus
d.
the hymen, the ovaries, and the clitoris


____     9.   Semen leaves the male body when the penis is erect and
a.
urination occurs
c.
excitement occurs
b.
evacuation occurs
d.
ejaculation occurs


____   10.   The menstrual cycle is a result of
a.
the female body preparing to give birth
c.
the female body preparing for pregnancy
b.
the female body preparing to produce milk
d.
the female body preparing for old age



True/False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is true or false.  Answer “+” if you think the statement is true and “O” if you think the statement is false (3 points each)

____   11.   In order for pregnancy to occur, a male sperm and female ovum must unite.

____   12.   Ova are produced by the fallopian tubes in the female body.

____   13.   The male sex hormone is estrogen.

____   14.   Removing the foreskin that covers the penis at birth is called circumcision.

____   15.   Coulper’s and the prostate are two kinds of hormones in the male body.

____   16.   It is easier to make responsible decisions about sexual feelings when you are alone with your boyfriend or girlfriend.

____   17.   Menstrual flow and urine exit the female body through the same opening.

____   18.   It is normal for males to ejaculate while they are sleeping.

____   19.   PMS is a condition that affects some females during pregnancy.

____   20.   An erect penis cannot return to its relaxed state without ejaculation.

____   21.   It is not always possible to control feelings of sexual arousal.

____   22.   The body’s first response to sexual stimulation includes increased heart rate, flushing, and faster breathing.

Matching

Match each item with the correct statement below.  .

a.
scrotum
e.
cervix
b.
sterility
f.
erection
c.
vulva
g.
menstruation
d.
uterus
h.
penis


____   23.   inability to produce offspring

____   24.   a loose sac of skin that holds the testes

____   25.   a hollow muscular organ that receives and holds a fertilized ovum

____   26.   the opening to the uterus

____   27.   a male organ that is used by males both for sexual reproduction and the elimination of body wastes

____   28.   the external female reproductive organs

____   29.   the process of shedding the lining of the uterus

____   30.   when the sponge-like tissues of the penis fill with blood and the penis becomes enlarged and hard


Essay.  The following essay question has two parts.  Make sure you answer the entire question.

31.     1. (A.) Explain what toxic shock is in a female.  (B.) What causes it?  (C.) How can it be prevented?
2. (A.) Explain how to perform a testicular self-examination and (B.) why it should be performed.  









Vocabulary:
Penis, Cowper’s gland, Epididymis, Vas Deferens, Urethra, Scrotum, Prostate Gland,
Testicles (Testes), Urinary Bladder, Seminal Vesicles.


Vocabulary:
Urethra, Labia Majora, Labia Minora, Vagina, Ovary, Fallopian Tube, Maturing Ova,
Mature Ova, Endometrium, Uterus, Fimbria, Cervix, 

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Position paper on marijuana use.

Marijuana use and teens

Read the article below:

 https://www.helpguide.org/harvard/how-addiction-hijacks-the-brain.htm

Here is the economic impact study on how marijuana may impact our economy:

https://americanmarijuana.org/marijuana-statistics/

Here is an article stating that legalization actually reduces teen use:

https://www.cnn.com/2019/07/08/health/recreational-marijuana-laws-teens-study/index.html

The questions below are "guiding" questions for you if you need them.  These are NOT required in your position paper.  

1.  What is addiction?
2.  How does it happen?
3.  How does "pleasure" play into this?
4.  How have our thoughts on addiction changed over the years?
5.  Do you have an addiction?
6.  Has addiction changed over the years?
7.  Is marijuana really dangerous?
8.  How is today's marijuana more "addictive"?
9.  At what age would it be considered "less harmful" to use marijuana?
10.  What "new" information did you learn about today?


According to these articles and ANY OTHER RESEARCH that you do, please write up a two page position paper on your thoughts about marijuana and turn it in.  Cite your sources (parenthetically).

"I believe that marijuana is not addictive". Could be a position statement.
"I believe that the teen brain is very likely to be addicted if an adolescent uses marijuana":  Could be a position statement.