QUIZ 10 REVIEW
1. On the diagram given below, label the prostate gland, the epididymis, the urethra, and the seminal
vesicles.
2. On the diagram given below label the cervix, the endometrium, the myometrium, and the oviduct
(Fallopian tube).
3. In men, FSH
a. stimulates the growth of the reproductive organs.
b. stimulates the growth of
facial hair and body hair.
c. stimulates the Sertoli cells (sustenacular cells) which assist in
spermatogenesis.
d. has no function because it is a female hormone.
e. inhibits the secretion of
testosterone when testosterone levels exceed the set point.
4. Describe the physiological effects testosterone has on males. (4 points)
5. The sperm mature and become capable of fertilizing an egg while in the
a. epididymis
b. vas deferens
c. bulbourethral gland
d. seminal vesicles
6. In men, the endocrine signal that causes feedback inhibition to the hypothalamus is
a. rising levels of FSH and LH.
b. rising levels of testosterone in the blood.
c. rising levels of GnRH.
d. an increasing number of action potentials from the receptors.
e. none of the above.
7. The ductus deferens (vas deferens), and the seminal vesicles both attach to the gland called the
__________________________________.
8. In the testis, the Leydig cells (interstitial cells) a. secrete testosterone and other androgens.
b. assist the maturation of spermatids into spermatazoa.
c. undergo mitosis to produce the
spermatogonia.
d. are found within the seminiferous tubules.
e. produce nutrients that will be
added to the semen.
9. The seminiferous tubule is the
a. site of seminal fluid production.
c. tube which carries sperm from the epididymis to the prostate gland.
alkaline fluid found in the semen.
b. site of spermatogenesis.
d. gland which produces an
10. The fimbriae in a woman's reproductive tract
a. are found between the uterus and the vagina.
b. contain cilia which beat and guide an ovulated egg into the oviduct (Fallopian tube).
c. secrete
estrogen during the first half of the menstrual cycle.
d. will only develop in the presence of Mullerian
Inhibiting factor.
11. The corpus spongiosum and the corpora cavernosa are both found in the ____________________.
12. This gland produces the majority of the seminal fluid and contains fructose which provides energy
for sperm cells. Name the gland. _________________________________________.
13. The portion of the uterus that thickens and is shed during each menstrual cycle is called the
____________________________________________________.
14. Where does fertilization of an egg (ovum) usually occur?
16. In a man, if the level of inhibin increases, what target organ is effected; and how?