Biol 360 - Biology of Human Sexuality » Spring 2022 » M5A Arousal and Attraction

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Question #1
Match the drug to the best description of it's effects. Long term use can damage the brain's serotonin system
A.   ecstasy
B.   methamphetamine
C.   marijuana
D.   alcohol
Question #2
Match the drug to the best description of it's effects. A central nervous system depressant which can impair sexual performance when used in excess
A.   marijuana
B.   methamphetamine
C.   amyl nitrate
D.   alcohol
Question #3
Match the drug to the best description of it's effects. Chronic use can cause difficulty reaching orgasm
A.   ecstasy
B.   amyl nitrate
C.   methamphetamine
D.   marijuana
Question #4
Match the drug to the best description of it's effects. Long term use can damage the brain's dopamine system and make it impossible to reach orgasm
A.   methamphetamine
B.   marijuana
C.   ecstasy
D.   alcohol
Question #5
Match the drug to the best description of it's effects. Can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure when combined with certain medications
A.   alcohol
B.   methamphetamine
C.   amyl nitrate
D.   marijuana
Question #6
Which of the following are considered to be attractive in males?
A.   Wide hips, Wide jaw
B.   Deep voice, Symmetrical face, Wide jaw
C.   Wide hips, Deep voice
D.   Wide hips, Symmetrical face
Question #7
Which of the following are considered to be attractive in females?
A.   low pitched voice, lower BMI (Western cultures)
B.   feminine gait, lower BMI (Western cultures)
C.   low pitched voice, asymmetrical face
D.   low pitched voice, feminine gait
Question #8
What is the impact of the menstrual cycle on attraction?
A.   Women are less attractive to men around the time of ovulation. Women pay more attention to grooming around the time of ovulation. Women are more attractive to men just before they ovulate.
B.   Women are more attractive to men just before they ovulate. Women pay more attention to grooming around the time of ovulation. Women are less attractive to men during the latter part of their menstrual cycle.
C.   Women are less attractive to men around the time of ovulation. Women pay more attention to grooming around the time of ovulation.
D.   Women are more attractive to men just before they ovulate. Women are less attractive to men around the time of ovulation.
Question #9
The spinal reflex triggers erection in males. Place the steps of this reflex in order.
A.   Nerves carry signal to spinal cord, Stimulation of genital receptors, Signal sent to the penis, Erection occurs
B.   Stimulation of genital receptors, Nerves carry signal to spinal cord, Signal sent to the penis, Erection occurs
C.   Stimulation of genital receptors, Signal sent to the penis, Nerves carry signal to spinal cord, Erection occurs
D.   Signal sent to the penis, Stimulation of genital receptors, Nerves carry signal to spinal cord, Erection occurs
Question #10
Which of the following occurs in the excitement phase of arousal?
A.   Initial erection, Vaginal lubrication begins, "Tenting" begins, Testes draw closer to the body, Orgasmic platform completed
B.   Initial erection, "Tenting" begins, Testes draw closer to the body, Vasocongestion begins, Orgasmic platform completed
C.   Initial erection, Vaginal lubrication begins, "Tenting" begins, Orgasmic platform completed, Vasocongestion begins, Heart rate and blood pressure increase
D.   Initial erection, Vaginal lubrication begins, "Tenting" begins, Testes draw closer to the body, Vasocongestion begins, Heart rate and blood pressure increase
Question #11
Which of the following occurs in the orgasm phase of arousal?
A.   Refractory period, Vasocongestion completed, Orgasmic platform completed
B.   Refractory period, Vasocongestion completed, Orgasmic platform completed, Oxytocin levels surge
C.   Refractory period, Ejaculation, Orgasmic platform completed
D.   Heart rate and blood pressure peak, Ejaculation, Rhythmic contractions of the uterus and vagina occur, Oxytocin levels surge

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