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Human Sexuality: Diversity in Contemporary America, 4/e

Brian Strong, University of California, Santa Cruz
Barbara Werner Sayad, California State University, Monterey Bay
Christine DeVault, Cabrillo College
William Yarber, Indiana University

Contraception and Birth Control

Multiple Choice Quiz

Choose the best answer


1	All of the following factors increase the likelihood that a couple will use contraception, EXCEPT:
		A)	planning the first intercourse.
		B)	increasing age of the sexually active person.
		C)	explicit discussion of contraception.
		D)	being in a casual dating relationship.


2	When comparing different contraceptive techniques, Myra examines figures on "user effectiveness."
		A)	This refers to:
		B)	how effective the method is if used in laboratory conditions (i.e., perfectly and consistently).
		C)	the level of disease protection the method offers.
		D)	the level of effectiveness when in actual use.
		E)	the aesthetic factors involved in using the method.


3	The intrauterine device or IUD:
		A)	has been permanently withdrawn from the U.S. market.
		B)	is inserted into the fallopian tubes and remains there until expelled or withdrawn.
		C)	can remain in place from one year to indefinitely, depending on the type of device.
		D)	has clearly identified ways of preventing pregnancy.


4	Which is the most common form of contraception among married couples in the United States?
		A)	the pill
		B)	the diaphragm
		C)	sterilization
		D)	the IUD


5	According to the text, what makes a contraceptive technique the best method for a person?
		A)	the cost, both immediate and long-term
		B)	aesthetics
		C)	popular opinion regarding frequency of use
		D)	likelihood of consistent use


6	How does a diaphragm with spermicide work?
		A)	It pushes sperm outside of the vagina.
		B)	It prevents an egg from being released by the ovary.
		C)	It both kills and prevents sperm from entering the cervix.
		D)	It prevents eggs from entering the uterus.


7	The chief reason for latex condom failures is:
		A)	user mishandling.
		B)	manufacturing defects.
		C)	insufficient size.
		D)	allergic reactions.


8	The emergency contraception pill:
		A)	is effective when used anytime during pregnancy.
		B)	can prevent conception from occurring.
		C)	causes an abortion to occur.
		D)	contains high doses of estrogen.


9	Condoms can be used with
		A)	oil-based lubricants.
		B)	Vaseline.
		C)	water-based lubricants.
		D)	no lubricants, because any kind of lubricant weakens condoms and makes them more likely to tear.


10	The health risks of taking the birth control pill are increased if the woman:
		A)	is overweight.
		B)	smokes.
		C)	has low blood pressure.
		D)	has heavy periods.


11	The contraceptive implant containing progestin, which is slowly released over a period of up to 5 years,
		A)	is called:
		B)	RU-486.
		C)	Depo-Provera.
		D)	Norplant.
		E)	nonoxynol-9.


12	Which is NOT one of the fertility awareness methods?
		A)	calendar (rhythm) method
		B)	culpotomy method
		C)	basal body temperature method
		D)	mucus (Billings) method


13	The most common form of sterilization for women in this country is:
		A)	tubal ligation.
		B)	culpotomy.
		C)	culdoscopy.
		D)	hysterectomy.


14	John had a vasectomy three weeks ago. This means that he:
		A)	can have unprotected intercourse and not worry about a pregnancy because he is no longer fertile.
		B)	could still be fertile and needs to wait a few weeks before depending on his vasectomy for contraception.
		C)	will have a more watery ejaculate than he had before.
		D)	will not have any ejaculate when he has an orgasm.


15	The earliest form of abortion now available is the:
		A)	vacuum aspiration.
		B)	dilation and curettage (D & C).
		C)	dilation and evacuation (D & E).
		D)	RU-486.

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