Female Reproductive System - Multiple Choice Questions

The ovaries are described as having what general characteristics?

• Pear-shaped, muscular organs

• Two small, glandular, almond-shaped organs

• Cylindric, vaginal end of the uterus

• Flared terminal portion

What is the external secretion of the ovaries?

• Hormones

• Semen

• Ova

• Follicles

The outer, glandular tissue of the ovary is known as the:

• Medulla

• Corpus luteum

• Cortex

• Tunica albuginea

What is a "Graafian follicle"?

• A degenerating corpus luteum

• A primordial follicle

• A fully developed ovarian follicle

• An ovulated oocyte

What is the common alternative name for uterine tubes?

• Ovarian ligaments

• Fallopian tubes

• Uterus

• Vagina

The uterine tubes typically range in length from:

• 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm)

• 3 to 5 inches (7.6 to 13 cm)

• 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm)

• Less than 1 inch (2.5 cm)

Which part of the uterine tube is the short segment near the uterus?

• Ampulla

• Infundibulum

• Fimbriae

• Isthmus

The uterus is situated in the central part of the pelvic cavity, posterior to the:

• Rectal ampulla

• Urinary bladder

• Vagina

• Ovaries

A nulliparous uterus is approximately what length?

• 1 inch (2.5 cm)

• 3 inches (7.6 cm)

• 5 inches (13 cm)

• 7 inches (18 cm)

Which part of the uterus is described as the blunt, rounded superior portion?

• Body

• Cervix

• Isthmus

• Fundus