Pregnancy/Childbirth

What is the single cell formed when the sperm and the egg join together?

• sex cell
• zygote
• fetus
• embryo

What is the term that describes when the growing cells become recognizable as a human?

• baby 
• fetus
• embryo
• zygote

What is the structure in the womb that filters nutrients and waste between mother and baby?

• umbilical cord
• placenta
• amniotic sac
• uterus

What is the structure in side the womb that transports oxygen and nutrients to the baby?

• umbilical cord
• placenta
• amniotic sac
• mother's blood

What is fertilization?

• When a male sperm cell joins with a female egg cell
• The time when a fetus is ready to be born
• When the egg implants in the uterine lining
• The time when the zygote turns into an embryo

A developing fetus grows in which part of a woman's body?

• uterus
• ovary
• fallopian tube
• stomach

What is the most common sign of pregnancy?

• nausea and vomiting
• feeling more hungry than normal
• headaches and backaches
• not getting a period

What term describes when the baby is taken out of the uterus by making an incision in the lower abdomen?

• Caesar's sectioning
• Miscarriage
• Caesarian section
• Breeched birth

Abstinence is the only way ...

• to remain safe from all of the risks of early sexual activity, such as pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, and a damaged reputation.
• Married teens often drop out of school to work full time. Many must abandon their career goals.
• The demands of parenthood can frustrate some teen mothers. They are at a higher risk for abuse and neglect of their babies.

About how many weeks is a woman considered to be full term when pregnant?

• 10

• 40

• 9

• 30