Question 33 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Which of the following is an example of feedback?
A. The receiver of a message responds verbally or nonverbally
B. Words have different meanings to different people
C. The sender checks for understanding
D. A message is translated from its symbol form into meaning.
E. The message is corrected.
Question 34 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Which of the following is not an example of nonverbal communication?
A. waving
B. slouching
C. crossing your arms
D. sighing
E. frowning
Question 35 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
When verbal and nonverbal messages conflict, receivers often put more faith in
A. what a person says
B. nonverbal cues
C. senders who offer prolonged eye contact`
D. both what was said and nonverbal cues
E. none of the above
Question 36 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
If a student in a class is leaning forward in her chair and maintaining consistent eye contact with the teacher, you would assume that she is
A. actively listening
B. bored and anxious for the class to be over
C. fatigued
D. trying to cheat by looking at another student’s paper
E. none of the above
Question 37 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Collectively, the external female genitals are called the
A. corpora cavernosa
B. vulva
C. hymen
D. vagina
E. cervix
Question 38 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The ________ lubricate(s) the labia during sexual intercourse.
A. Bartholin’s glands
B. copora cavernosa
C. ovaries
D. hymen
E. pituitary gland
Question 39 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Which of the following is not true about the vagina?
A. It surrounds the penis during intercourse
B. It is the route of exit for a newborn baby.
C. It receives male ejaculate during intercourse
D. It is the place of development for a fertilized egg.
E. It is the place of exit for menstrual flow.
Question 40 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The two muscles that support and encircle the vagina are the
A. pubococcygeal and vastus medialis
B. pubococcygeal and piriformis
C. bulbocavernosus and pubococcygeal
D. bulbocavernosus and obturator externus
E. introitus and iliopsoas
Question 41 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Which of the following is an internal female genital?
A. clitoris
B. labia minora
C. uterus
D. labia majora
E. mons publis
Question 42 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The function of the uterus is to
A. provide sexual arousal for the female
B. give birth
C. push the newborn through the fallopian tube
D. hold the fallopian tubes
E. nurture a developing embryo and fetus
Question 43 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The ________ is the mouth of the uterus through which the vagina extends
A. perimetrium
B. labia minora
C. clitoris
D. cervix
E. corpus
Question 44 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The innermost layer of the uterus is the
A. endometrium
B. myometrium
C. perimetrium
D. fundus
E. epididymus
Question 45 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The destination of a fertilized ovum, or egg, is the ________ of the uterus.
A. endometrium
B. perimetrium
C. myometrium
D. fundus
E. corpus
Question 46 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Fertilization normally occurs in the
A. Graafian follicle
B. corpus luteum
C. fallopian tubes
D. uterus
E. ovary
Question 47 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The male external genitals are the ________ and the ________.
A. glans penis, vas deferens
B. penis, testes
C. penis, scrotum
D. glans, corona
E. foreskin, glans penis
Question 48 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The average penis is about ________ when relaxed (flaccid).
A. 1 to 4 inches
B. 2 to 5 inches
C. 3 to 4 inches
D. 4 to 6 inches
E. none of the above
Question 49 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The ________ helps to form a seal with the walls of the vagina during sexual intercourse.
A. scrotum
B. glans
C. meatus
D. van deferens
E. coronal ridge
Question 50 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The ________, an Indian book on erotica, classified men according to penis size.
A. Kamakazi
B. Kamasomata
C. Kamakoni
D. Kamasutra
E. Katmandu
Question 51 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Two common contradictory views regarding penile size currently exist in our society. They are ______ and ______.
A. some men are showers, some men are growers
B. short flaccid penises grow larger when erect, longer penises overall are shorter when erect
C. the larger the penis, the more satisfied the female; sexaul partners do not care about penis size
D. women do not care about size, the vagina adapts to any size
E. none of the above
Question 52 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
When it comes to sexual satisfaction, experts have concluded that penis width and length are
A. unrelated to sexual satisfaction
B. related to some degree with satisfaction.
C. high sources of anxiety for men.
D. related psychologically to women and how they feel about their breasts
E. none of the above
Question 53 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Kegel exercises are designed to do what for men?
A. tone the stomach
B. make erections possible
C. make intercourse easier
D. strengthen the muscle around the penis for more intense orgasms
E. none of the above
Question 54 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The foreskin is also known as the
A. prepuce
B. glans penis
C. meatus
D. smegma
Question 55 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Temperature control of sperm by the scrotum and the spermatic cords is necessary because sperm need to be
A. about 2 degrees F warmer than body temperature
B. about 5.6 degrees F cooler than body temperature
C. about 5.6 degrees F warmer than the rest of the body
D. exactly the same as normal body temperature
E. about 2 degrees F cooler than normal body temperature
Question 56 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The testes are male gonads that are known to produce
A. 500 sperm every second
B. 500 sperm every minute
C. 50,000 sperm every second
D. 50,000 sperm every minute
E. 1 million sperm every day
Question 57 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
When males reach puberty, _________ increases their muscle mass and skeletal development
A. estrogen
B. adipose tissue
C. protein
D. androgen
E. prolactin
Question 58 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Miscarriage rates are
A. higher for male fetuses
B. lower for male fetuses
C. about the same for both male and female fetuses
D. extremely low for both genders in the United States
E. none of the above
Question 59 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
At menarche, estrogen levels increase the development of
A. fat tissue and the enlargement of the female pelvis
B. physical differences
C. adipose tissue in boys
D. hormones responsible for the cessation of the menstrual cycle.
E. none of the above
Question 60 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
In early adolescence, girls outperform boys at which of the following types of tasks?
A. visual-spatial
B. math
C. physical
D. language and verbal
E. none of the above
Question 61 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
In general, women _______ than men, but they also experience more ________ and make more extensive use of the health-care system.
A. live longer, male doctor preference
B. die earlier, illnesses
C. live longer, physical trauma
D. are smarter, mental illnesses
E. live longer, health problems
Question 62 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
When it comes to gender differences and dating,
A. more females than males are actually deceptive
B. males are especially sensitive to rejection.
C. females assume that males will attempt to deceive them.
D. females are more likely to be introverted than males
E. males are more cautious about dating
Question 63 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Women often derive intimacy from
A. sexual behaviors
B. the act of coitus
C. talking
D. physical closeness
E. physical touch
Question 64 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
According to Peplau (2003), which of the following important gender differences is related to sexuality?
A. Women place greater emphasis on committed relationships as a context for sexuality
B. Women’s sexuality tends to be more malleable and capable of change over time.
C. Aggression is more strongly linked to sexuality for men than for women.
D. all of the above
Question 65 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The ________ system is called the “seat of emotions.”
A. reticular activating
B. nervous
C. limbic
D. physiological
E. endocrine
Question 66 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The ________ can be considered the connection between mind and body.
A. medulla oblongata
B. reticular activating system
C. cerebellum
D. limbic system
E. autonomic nervous system
Question 67 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Which of the following is not a reaction of the body when a person is sexually aroused?
A. muscles relax
B. the mind starts to race
C. perspiration occurs
D. heart rate increases
E. certain arteries are instructed to open
Question 68 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The ________ is responsible for the secretion of hormones that travel to various body parts instructing them how to behave.
A. autonomic nervous system
B. limbic system
C. diencephalons system
D. reticular activating system
E. endocrine system
Question 69 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
In men, sex flush occurs during the ________ phase, whereas in women it may occur during the plateau or in the ________ phase.
A. plateau, excitement
B. plateau, resolution
C. refractory, excitement
D. excitement, plateau
E. excitement, resolution
Question 70 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The process that results in vaginal lubrication during the excitement phase is a(n)
A. orgasmic platform
B. transudation
C. uterine orgasm
D. myotonia
E. tachycardia
Question 71 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The second phase of Masters and Johnson’s sexual response cycle is the ________ phase.
A. orgasm
B. excitement
C. emission
D. plateau
E. resolution
Question 72 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The increase in heart rate that occurs during sexual activity is known as
A. myotonia
B. hyperventilation
C. vasocongestion
D. tachycardia
E. sex flush
Question 73 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Increased blood flow to the pelvic area during sexual arousal is called
A. vasocongestion
B. tachycardia
C. myotonia
D. hyperventilation
E. sex flush
Question 74 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Females sometimes experience a sexual response cycle similar to that of males EXCEPT
A. they can have multiple orgasms with a refractory period
B. they generally move from excitement to plateau and then to orgasm
C. when they are menstruating
D. the resolution phase is shorter in duration than in males
E. they can have multiple orgasms without a refractory period
Question 75 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Contraception is the means of preventing _______ from occurring during sexual intercourse.
A. pleasure
B. pregnancy
C. STDs
D. pain
E. infertility
Question 76 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Which of the following forms of contraception helps provide protection against STDs?
A. condoms
B. oral contraceptives
C. hormonal implants
D. sterilization
E. IUDs
Question 77 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Which of the following is the only 100-percent effective method of fertility control and STI protection?
A. condoms and spermicide together
B. condoms and a hormonal contraceptive together
C. abstinence
D. oral contraceptions
E. condoms
Question 78 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
________ is the avoidance of any type of sexual intercourse.
A. withdrawal
B. abstinence
C. monogamy
D. polygamy
E. avoidance
Question 79 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
________ is the contraceptive method of removing the penis from the vagina before ejaculation.
A. abstinance
B. sterilization
C. monogamy
D. withdrawal
E. avoidance
Question 80 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
______ condoms do not provide protection against STDs.
A. latex
B. lambskin
C. trojan
D. polyurethane
E. all of the above
Question 81 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Oral contraceptives
A. suppress ovulation.
B. mimic the changes that occur in pregnancy.
C. can be taken by both males and females.
D. a and b
E. a and c
Question 82 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
An advantage of using condoms is that they
A. are easy to get
B. can help a man control ejaculation
C. are relatively inexpensive
D. reduce the risk of HIV transmission 10-fold with consistent use
E. all of the above
Question 83 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
________ is the stimulation of one’s own genitals for sexual pleasure
A. mutual masturbation
B. masturbation
C. coitus
D. fellatio
E. cunnilingis
Question 84 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Many of our attitudes regarding sexual activity are part of our ________ past.
A. cultural
B. shameful
C. joyful
D. creative
E. proud
Question 85 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
The ________ believed they were partners with ________ in replenishing the Earth, and thus enacted laws against ________ sexual behavior.
A. Ancient Egyptians, Osiris, same sex
B. Ancient Hebrews, Moses, same sex
C. Medieval Europeans, God, any
D. Ancient Hebrews, God, nonprocreative
E. Ancient Christians, God, nonprocreative
Question 86 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
________ is a nickname for masturbation that was often used in the past.
A. sin
B. spilling of seed
C. onanism
D. adamism
E. hairy palm disease
Question 87 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
Foreplay is the ________ contact that usually precedes coitus or oral-genital sexual activity.
A. emotional
B. spiritual
C. social
D. physical
E. planned
Question 88 of 90 2.0/ 2.0 Points
________ is the stimulation of the female genitalia by the mouth, lips, and/or tongue of the sexual partner.
A. fellatio