30 Questions
What is the main sex hormone in girls during puberty?
Estrogen
Which substance do sebaceous glands secrete that can lead to acne during puberty?
Sebum
What is one of the first effects of testosterone in puberty on the skin?
Enlarged sebaceous glands
Which of the following areas is NOT mentioned as a location where body hair might grow during puberty?
Head
Which part of the body experiences broadening due to testosterone effects during puberty?
Shoulders
What effect does testosterone have on muscle mass during puberty?
Increases muscle mass and bulk
Which bacterium causes Chlamydia?
Chlamydia trachomatis
What is the most common infectious cause of genital and eye disease?
Chlamydia
Which virus causes Genital Herpes?
Herpes simplex virus (HSV)
How is Type 2 HSV commonly transmitted?
Through oral, vaginal, or anal sex
What is the primary method of HIV transmission?
Sexual contact (vaginal, oral, or anal sex)
Which body fluid may contain HIV in an infected person?
Blood
What happens during the plateau phase of sexual arousal?
Penis and clitoris swell with blood
Which of the following is a characteristic of the male orgasmic phase?
Ejaculation of semen
How do female orgasmic contractions differ from male contractions?
Slower contractions in females
What leads to the expansion of the inner vagina in women during the plateau phase?
Vasocongestion
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the body during the plateau phase?
Clitoral hood expansion
How does the male body prepare for ejaculation during the plateau phase?
Testes contraction
What is the primary purpose of the calendar method?
To prevent pregnancy
Which method of artificial birth control uses hormonal contraceptives?
Birth control pills
What is the purpose of surgical sterilization as a form of birth control?
To permanently prevent pregnancy
Which type of artificial birth control is specifically for women?
Depo provera injections
What does the Diversity of Sexual Behavior section suggest about sexual orientation?
It remains fluid for some individuals
Which method involves avoiding sexual intercourse during ovulation to prevent pregnancy?
Rhythm/Calendar method
What is another name for Gonorrhea?
The Clap
Which bacterial infection is the second most common STD in the U.S.?
Chlamydia
What bacterial species causes Gonorrhea?
Neisseria gonorrhoeae
In which parts of the body can Gonorrhea bacteria survive?
Vagina, penis, mouth, rectum, or eye
What symptoms may occur if the rectum becomes infected with Gonorrhea?
Anal itching, painful bowel movements, and sometimes discharge
Which natural birth control method helps women track their natural cycles and identify fertility times?
Natural Family Planning / Calendar Method
Test your knowledge on the physical changes that occur during puberty, including the role of estrogen and testosterone in the development of secondary sexual characteristics. Learn about the effects of hormonal changes on the skin and other aspects of adolescence.
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