Human Reproduction

Which is a consequence of low birth rate?

• More schools may be needed

• More health care services may be needed

• More recreational facilities may be needed

The human reproductive system produces specialised cells called sex cells.

The male sex cell is called a ______________ cell and the female sex cell is called an egg or ovum.

Which statement regarding the size of male and female sex cells is correct?

• male sex cell is smaller than the female sex cell

• female sex cell is smaller than the male sex cell

• male and female sex cells are of equal size

The part of the male reproductive system that produces male sex cells and hormones is called the ______________.

• sperm duct

• uretha

• testis

• penis

Which of these parts is found in both the male and female reproductive systems?

• Testis

• Urethra

• Uterus

• Fallopian tube

In the lifetime of a male and a female, who produces more sex cells ?

• male

• female

• both produces equal number of sex cells

Puberty is the stage when the body becomes capable of reproduction.

Which statement indicates the range of age that puberty usually occur in boys and girls?

• girls - 12 to 16, boys - 10 to 14

• girls - 10 to 14, boys - 10 to 14

• girls - 12 to 16, boys - 12 to 16

• girls - 10 to 14, boys - 12 to 16

Which of these changes occur only in girls during puberty?

• Hair grows in the armpits

• Body starts to produce sex cells and hormones

• Hips are broader and rounder

• Voice box enlarges