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Growth and Reproduction

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How are the female and male reproductive systems similar?

Both reproductive systems:

a)

RELEASE the sex cell

b)

PRODUCE the sex hormones

c)

STORAGE of reproductive cells

d)

All of these

2.
Identify all of the functions of the male reproductive system.
a)
production of testosterone, production and storage of sperm and delivery of sperm to the female
b)
production of sperm, production of semen and fertilization
c)
production of testosterone, estrogen and progesterone
d)
fertilization of the egg and thickening of the uterine lining
3.
Identify all of the functions of the female reproductive system.
a)
development of breasts, widening of hips and deepening of the voice
b)
production of estrogen and progesterone, releasing a mature egg and providing a protective environment for the developing fetus
c)
ovulation, menstruation and release of sperm
d)
production of a mature sperm, release of a mature egg, fertilization and implantation
4.
What process in the female body is described below? 1. Menstrual period  2. Endometrium/uterine lining thickens, egg matures   3. Mature egg is released  4. Endometrium/uterine lining continues to thicken, egg travel the fallopian tube  5. An unfertilized egg enters the uterus and the endometrium/ uterine lining breaks down  6. Menstrual period
a)
ovulation
b)
menstruation
c)
menstrual cycle
d)
implantation
5.
Why are self-exams and yearly doctor check-ups important for reproductive health?
a)
early detection of cancer/disease
b)
improves hygiene
c)
prevents injury
d)
prevents infections
6.
What is the main difference between bacterial STDs and viral STDs?
a)
A viral STD can be cured with antibiotics
b)
A bacterial STD can be cured with antibiotics
c)
A viral STD can only be transmitted through oral sex
d)
A bacterial STD can only be transmitted through oral sex
7.
What occurs when an unfertilized egg enters the uterus?
a)
implantation
b)
urination
c)
menstruation
d)
ovulation
8.
Where does fertilization take place?
a)
vagina
b)
uterus
c)
fallopian tube
d)
cervix
9.
A female is feeling irritable, bloated and tired.  This mood change is causing her to feel very emotional due to hormonal changes. She has noted that the mood change occurs at the same time every month.  What is the cause of the symptoms she is experiencing?
a)
Toxic Shock Syndrome
b)
Yeast Infection
c)
Urinary Tract Infection
d)
Premenstrual Syndrome
10.
Which of the following sexually transmitted diseases is linked to cervical cancer?
a)
herpes
b)
HPV
c)
chlamydia
d)
gonorrhea
11.
Which behavior increases your risk of getting an STD?
a)
practicing abstinence
b)
avoiding drugs and alcohol
c)
learning the facts about STDs
d)
multiple sex partners
12.
During the late 1980’s Ryan White was the face of AIDS for many Americans.  Ryan contracted HIV through a blood transfusion.  Many members of his community mistakenly believed that AIDS could spread through casual contact.  They pressured the school board to ban Ryan from attending school.  Ryan’s family took his case to court and he was eventually allowed to return to school.    Ryan became an AIDS educator.  He spoke of the need for everyone to learn about AIDS and to treat affected people with compassion and dignity.  Ryan lived for six years following his AIDS diagnosis.  He died in 1990 at age 18.  Later that year, Congress passed the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act.  Today, the act provides about $1.5 billion annually to care for people living HIV/AIDS. What is the purpose of this passage?
a)
To describe an early case of AIDS
b)
To describe the early fears & misconceptions of HIV/AIDS
c)
To show how Ryan fought AIDS
d)
To blame public officials  
13.
During the late 1980’s Ryan White was the face of AIDS for many Americans.  Ryan contracted HIV through a blood transfusion.  Many members of his community mistakenly believed that AIDS could spread through casual contact.  They pressured the school board to ban Ryan from attending school.  Ryan’s family took his case to court and he was eventually allowed to return to school.    Ryan became an AIDS educator.  He spoke of the need for everyone to learn about AIDS and to treat affected people with compassion and dignity.  Ryan lived for six years following his AIDS diagnosis.  He died in 1990 at age 18.  Later that year, Congress passed the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act.  Today, the act provides about $1.5 billion annually to care for people living HIV/AIDS. What was the result of the publicity surrounding Ryan’s case?
a)
It helped Ryan live longer
b)
It allowed Ryan to sue the school
c)
It provided the public with factual information about HIV/AIDS
d)
It increased the hostility against Ryan
14.
During the late 1980’s Ryan White was the face of AIDS for many Americans.  Ryan contracted HIV through a blood transfusion.  Many members of his community mistakenly believed that AIDS could spread through casual contact.  They pressured the school board to ban Ryan from attending school.  Ryan’s family took his case to court and he was eventually allowed to return to school.    Ryan became an AIDS educator.  He spoke of the need for everyone to learn about AIDS and to treat affected people with compassion and dignity.  Ryan lived for six years following his AIDS diagnosis.  He died in 1990 at age 18.  Later that year, Congress passed the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act.  Today, the act provides about $1.5 billion annually to care for people living HIV/AIDS. Identify the mistaken belief Ryan’s community had concerning AIDS.
a)
AIDS could spread through casual contact
b)
AIDS could spread only through breast milk, blood, vaginal fluid, and semen
c)
It would be years before Ryan’s HIV infection developed into AIDS
d)
No one would listen to Ryan if he tried to educate others
15.
How is pregnancy prevented when a female takes a hormonal contraceptive? 
a)
kills the sperm
b)
prevents ovulation
c)
prevents menstruation 
16.
What other purpose does a condom serve other than preventing unwanted pregnancy?
a)
increases your risk for developing a sexually transmitted disease
b)
decreases your risk for developing a sexually transmitted disease
c)
the only purpose of using a condom is to prevent pregnancy
17.
A married couple has decided they do not want to have any more children.  Which of the following options would be the best contraception method for them?
a)
birth control pill
b)
condom
c)
vasectomy
d)
nuva ring
18.

How are the Female and Male reproductive systems different?

a)

Males will not produce sex cell (sperm) until puberty.Females will eventually not be able to reproduce anymore (Menopause).

b)

Males system is located outside the body, while the female reproductive system is located inside the body.

c)

Females have menstrual cycle, men do not.

d)

Females carry out pregnancy/child birth.

e)

All of these

19.

Even though women can get pregnant at any time during their cycle, when is a woman considered to be most fertile?

a)

At the beginning of the cycle

b)

In the middle of the cycle

c)

At the end of the cycle

20.

According to the Safe Haven Law, where can a new born baby NOT be left in Illinois?

a)

Hospital

b)

Police Station

c)

Church

d)

Fire Station