Biology

Human Reproduction and Contraception

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Human reproduction and contraception focus on the menstrual cycle, hormonal changes, pregnancy, and various contraceptive methods. These topics are frequently asked in general science sections. Practice these questions to master the fundamentals of reproductive health.

Menstrual cycle phasesMenopause and hormonesReproductive health problemsContraceptive methods overview

Human Reproduction and Contraception Questions

Multiple choice

In which of the following conditions do certain changes occur in surface cells of the cervix that may become cancerous later?

  1. Endometriosis

  2. Choriocarcinoma

  3. Cervical ectropion

  4. Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia is a condition in which certain changes occur in surface cells of the cervix that may become cancerous later. CIN itself is not cancerous but can lead to cancer.

Multiple choice

‘Tuhr’ means

  1. period of menstruation

  2. period of iddat

  3. period between menstruations

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Option (3) is correct: Tuhr is the period between menstruations.

Multiple choice

Which changes among the following are the characteristics of adolescence in females? (A) Change in body shape (B) Enlargement of ovaries (C) Attainment of emotional maturity (D) Growth of pubic hair

  1. (B) and (D) only

  2. (A) and (C) only

  3. (A), (B) and (D) only

  4. (A), ( B), ( C) and ( D)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

During adolescence, we can see the following: (A) Change in body shape (B) Enlargement of ovaries (C) Attainment of emotional maturity (D) Growth of pubic hair 

Multiple choice

Cessation of menstruation is called

  1. Menopause

  2. Menorrhagia

  3. Polyphagia

  4. Enuresis

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Menopause is the biological process marking the end of a woman's reproductive years and the permanent cessation of menstruation. Menorrhagia is heavy bleeding, and enuresis is bedwetting.

Multiple choice

Corpus luteum is a mass of cells found in

  1. brain

  2. ovary

  3. pancreas

  4. spleen
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The corpus luteum is a temporary endocrine structure involved in ovulation and early pregnancy. It develops in an ovary after an ovum has been discharged.

Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are false?

a. The reproductive phase of life in women lasts much longer than in men. b. Pancreas, testes and ovaries function as endocrine as well as exocrine glands. c. Hormones released by endocrine glands reach the concerned body part through blood and act on it.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The reproductive phase of life in men lasts much longer than in women.

Multiple choice

The secondary sexual characteristics in males and females start developing at the time of puberty and continue to develop through the period of adolescence. Which of the following secondary characteristics is not produced by estrogen?

  1. Development of breasts

  2. Broadening of hips

  3. Development of Adam's apple

  4. Development of high pitched or shrill voice

  5. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The development of Adam's apple is not produced by estrogen. It is a male secondary characteristic and is produced by testosterone.