Male Reproductive System: Structure and Function Quiz

Question 1

In which organ does spermatogenesis, the process of sperm production, take place?

Accepted Answer

Testes

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Seminal vesicles

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Epididymides

Question 2

Where does spermatogenesis primarily occur?

Accepted Answer

Testes

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Epididymus

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Vas Deferens

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the anatomical features of the prostate gland?

Accepted Answer

Muscular and secretory

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Fibrous and muscular

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Glandular and adipose

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Muscular and adipose

Question 4

Which structure is responsible for the final maturation and storage of sperm?

Accepted Answer

Epididymides

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Testes

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Vas deferens

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Seminal vesicles

Question 5

What is the name of the fluid that nourishes and protects sperm in the male reproductive tract?

Accepted Answer

Semen

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Prostatic fluid

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Cowper's fluid

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Bulbourethral fluid

Question 6

What structures contain the erectile tissue responsible for penile erection?

Accepted Answer

Corpora cavernosa and corpora spongiosa

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Glans penis

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Prepuce

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Vas deferens

Question 7

Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating spermatogenesis?

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Testosterone

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Estrogen

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Progesterone

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Follicle-stimulating hormone

Question 8

Which enzyme is essential for liquefying semen after ejaculation?

Accepted Answer

Prostasin

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Semenogelin

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Fibrinogen

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Thrombin

Question 9

What is the name of the condition characterized by the absence of one or both testes?

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Anorchia

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Cryptorchidism

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Hypospadias

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Priapism

Question 10

Which structure is responsible for producing and secreting the bulk of seminal plasma?

Accepted Answer

Seminal vesicles

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Testes

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Prostate gland

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Epididymides

Question 11

What is the approximate pH of normal semen?

Accepted Answer

6.5

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5.5

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7.5

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8.5

Question 12

Which structure is primarily responsible for the production of sperm?

Accepted Answer

Testes

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Epididymides

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Vas deferens

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Seminal vesicles

Question 13

The epididymis primarily serves which of the following functions?

Accepted Answer

Sperm maturation and storage

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Sperm transport to the penis

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Hormone secretion

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Sperm production

Question 14

Which structure directly connects the epididymis to the penis?

Accepted Answer

Vas deferens

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Seminal vesicles

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Prostate gland

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Ejaculatory ducts

Question 15

Which gland secretes an alkaline fluid that neutralizes acidic vaginal secretions during ejaculation?

Accepted Answer

Prostate gland

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Seminal vesicles

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Cowper's glands

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Bulbourethral glands

Question 16

Which structure is responsible for producing the majority of the fluid in semen?

Accepted Answer

Seminal vesicles

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Testes

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Prostate gland

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Bulbourethral glands

Question 17

The release of sperm from the testes is primarily triggered by which hormone?

Accepted Answer

Luteinizing hormone

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Follicle-stimulating hormone

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Prolactin

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Testosterone

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the penis?

Accepted Answer

Fertilization

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Urination

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Ejaculation

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Sexual arousal

Question 19

The loose skin covering the tip of the penis is referred to as the:

Accepted Answer

Prepuce (foreskin)

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Glans penis

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Coronal sulcus

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Frenulum

Question 20

Which condition is a common cause of male infertility and involves enlargement of the veins in the scrotum?

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Varicocele

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Erectile dysfunction

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Premature ejaculation

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Anorgasmia

Question 21

Which contraceptive method is effective in preventing both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

Accepted Answer

Condoms

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Oral contraceptives

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Intrauterine devices

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Vasectomy

Question 22

What is the main role of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

Accepted Answer

Storing and maturing sperm

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Producing sperm

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Releasing seminal fluid

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Moving sperm

Question 23

Which complications can arise from a vasectomy, a surgical procedure for male sterilization?

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Infection

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Bleeding

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Sperm granuloma

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Increased risk of prostate cancer

Question 24

Which blood vessels supply the testes and epididymides with oxygenated and deoxygenated blood?

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Testicular artery; pampiniform plexus; internal spermatic vein

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Pudendal artery; cremasteric artery; external iliac vein

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Dorsal artery of the penis; profunda artery of the penis; dorsal vein of the penis

Question 25

What is the role of the seminal vesicles in the composition and volume of semen?

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Providing fructose and nutrients for sperm cells

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Producing sperm cells

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Neutralizing urine acidity

Question 26

Where does sperm maturation and storage primarily occur?

Accepted Answer

Epididymus

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Vas deferens

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Testes

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Seminal vesicles

Question 27

Which of the following is a primary function of the seminal vesicles?

Accepted Answer

Contribute to semen volume

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Stimulate sperm motility

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Provide nutrients for sperm

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Neutralize acidic vaginal fluid

Question 28

What is the main role of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?

Accepted Answer

Produces seminal fluid

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Transports sperm

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Stores sperm

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Produces testosterone

Question 29

What is the name of the muscular tube that transports sperm from the epididymus to the urethra?

Accepted Answer

Vas deferens

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Ejaculatory duct

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Prostate gland

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Seminal vesicle

Question 30

Which of the following is a common Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) that can affect the male reproductive system?

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia

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Hepatitis B

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Measles

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Influenza

Question 31

What is the term for the process of expelling semen from the penis?

Accepted Answer

Ejaculation

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Orgasm

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Coitus (sexual intercourse)

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Erection

Question 32

Which structure of the male reproductive system is responsible for producing and storing sperm?

Accepted Answer

Testes and Epididymis

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Prostate gland

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Seminal vesicles

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Vas deferens

Question 33

Where do sperm mature and gain the ability to swim?

Accepted Answer

Epididymis

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Testes

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Seminal vesicles

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Vas deferens

Question 34

Which accessory gland contributes fructose and citric acid to semen?

Accepted Answer

Seminal vesicles

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Bulbourethral gland

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Prostate gland

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Cowper's gland

Question 35

What is the primary function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?

Accepted Answer

Secretes alkaline fluid to neutralize vaginal acidity and protect sperm

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Produce sperm

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Store sperm

Question 36

Which structure within the penis is primarily responsible for erectile function?

Accepted Answer

Corpora cavernosa

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Glans penis

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Prepuce

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Corpus spongiosum

Question 37

Which structure in the male reproductive system serves as a common pathway for both urine and semen?

Accepted Answer

Urethra

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Vas deferens

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Epididymis

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Seminal vesicles

Question 38

What is the process by which sperm are expelled from the male reproductive system?

Accepted Answer

Ejaculation

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Spermatogenesis

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Fertilization

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Meiosis

Question 39

Which of the following structures is NOT part of the male reproductive system?

Accepted Answer

Cervix

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Epididymis

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Testes

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Vas deferens

Question 40

What is the main purpose of the male reproductive system?

Accepted Answer

To produce and deliver viable sperm for fertilization

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To produce hormones

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To regulate body temperature

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To filter waste products