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Male Reproductive System - Biology Exam Year 10 Biology Time Allowed: 30 minutes Total Marks: 30 Reading: About the Male Reproductive System The male reproductive system is responsible for producing sperm cells and the hormone testosterone. It also delivers sperm to the female reproductive system during reproduction. The testes produce sperm through a process called spermatogenesis and secrete testosterone, which regulates sperm production, muscle growth, and other male characteristics. Sperm are stored and mature in the epididymis, a coliled tube located on the back of each testis. During ejaculation, sperm travel through the vas deferens, a musculur tube that carries sperm toward the urethra. The seminal vesicles and prostate gland add fluids to form semen, which nourish and help transport the sperm. The penis sarves as the external organ for delivering sperm and for urination. Instructions: Answer all six questions. For multiple-choice questions, circle the correct answer. For short-answer questions, write your response clearly in the space provided. 1. Which organ is responsible for producing sperm and the hormone testosterone? (2 marks) a) Prostate gland b) Testis c) Epididymis d) Seminal vesicle 2. What is the primary function of the epididymis? (2 marks) a) Produces testosterone b) Stores and matures sperm c) Produces seminal fluid d) Carries urine out of the body 3. Which fluid, produced by the prostate gland and seminal vesicles, helps nourish and transport sperm? (2 marks) a) Urine b) Mucus c) Semen d) Saliva 4. Briefly explain the role of the hormone testosterone in the male reproductive system. (5 marks) 5. Describe the pathway sperm follow from where they are produced to where they exit the body during ejated to sperm production. (4 marks) 6. Why is it important that the testes are located outside the body in the scrotum Give End of Exam - Please check your answers carefully.