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Year 7 - Changes That Happen In My Life - Quiz

What goes on inside your body when you reach puberty?
Why does it happen?

Questions and Answers

1.

Puberty starts between what ages for a boy?
- A.
  
  13-16 years old
- B.
  
  11-13 years old
- C.
  
  10-16 years old
Correct Answer
A. 13-16 years old

Explanation
Puberty is the stage of development when sexual maturity is reached. It is characterized by physical changes such as growth spurts, voice deepening, and the development of secondary sexual characteristics. For boys, puberty typically begins between the ages of 13 and 16. During this time, the body starts producing hormones like testosterone, which leads to the growth of facial hair, increased muscle mass, and the maturation of reproductive organs. While some boys may experience puberty earlier or later, the range of 13-16 years old is generally considered the average age for the onset of puberty in boys.

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2.

Puberty starts for a girl at what age?
- A.
  
  10-13 years old
- B.
  
  11-14 years old
- C.
  
  12-15 years old
Correct Answer
B. 11-14 years old

Explanation
Puberty is the stage of development when a child's body undergoes significant changes, preparing them for sexual maturity. For girls, puberty typically begins between the ages of 11 and 14. During this time, they experience physical changes such as breast development, growth spurts, and the start of menstruation. Hormonal changes also occur, leading to emotional and psychological changes. The given answer, 11-14 years old, accurately reflects the general age range when girls typically begin puberty.

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3.

Puberty happens because our kidney releases a hormone that casues physical changes - so that we can begin to think like an adult.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Puberty is a natural process that occurs due to the release of hormones by the reproductive system, not the kidneys. These hormones cause physical changes in the body and are responsible for the development of secondary sexual characteristics, such as breast development in females and facial hair growth in males. While puberty is a milestone in the transition from childhood to adulthood, it does not directly impact an individual's ability to think like an adult. Therefore, the statement is false.

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4.

Once puberty starts a boy will release something that is needed to create a human being. What is it called?
- A.
  
  Egg
- B.
  
  Sperm
- C.
  
  Oil from glands
Correct Answer
B. Sperm

Explanation
During puberty, boys start producing sperm, which is necessary for the creation of a human being. Sperm is the male reproductive cell that fertilizes the female egg, leading to the formation of a zygote and eventually a developing embryo. This process is essential for sexual reproduction and the continuation of the human species.

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Once puberty starts a girl will release something that is needed to create a human being. What is it called?
- A.
  
  Egg
- B.
  
  Sperm
- C.
  
  Oil from galnds
Correct Answer
A. Egg

Explanation
During puberty, a girl's body starts to release eggs, which are needed for the process of creating a human being. This is a natural and normal part of a girl's reproductive system.

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6.

There are many physcial changes during puberty for boys and girls. Some of the boys ones are:
- A.
  
  Voice deepens | Hips widen
- B.
  
  Muscle growth occurs | Hair develops under the arms | Mestruation begins
- C.
  
  Voice Deepens | pubic hair grows | Sperm can be produced | Body grows taller |
Correct Answer
C. Voice Deepens | pubic hair grows | Sperm can be produced | Body grows taller |

Explanation
During puberty, boys experience various physical changes. One of these changes is that their voice deepens as the larynx, or voice box, grows larger. Additionally, boys start to develop pubic hair as a result of increased hormone production. Another change is the production of sperm, which marks the beginning of fertility. Lastly, boys tend to experience a growth spurt during puberty, causing their bodies to grow taller.

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7.

The hormone for boys to start puberty is called estrogen
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The hormone responsible for boys to start puberty is actually called testosterone, not estrogen. Estrogen is the primary female sex hormone. Testosterone is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics such as deepening of the voice, growth of facial and body hair, and increased muscle mass.

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The hormone for girls to start puberty is called testosterone
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The given statement is false. Testosterone is actually the hormone responsible for male puberty, not female puberty. In girls, the hormone that triggers puberty is called estrogen. Estrogen plays a crucial role in the development of secondary sexual characteristics in females, such as breast development and the onset of menstruation.

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The pituitary gland is the part of your brain that secretes hormones that start puberty.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The pituitary gland is indeed responsible for secreting hormones that initiate the process of puberty. These hormones include follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), which stimulate the production of sex hormones such as estrogen in females and testosterone in males. As a result, the pituitary gland plays a crucial role in the onset of puberty and the development of secondary sexual characteristics.

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Year 7 - Changes That Happen In My Life

Puberty starts between what ages for a boy?

Puberty starts for a girl at what age?

Puberty happens because our kidney releases a hormone that casues physical changes - so that we can begin to think like an adult.

Once puberty starts a boy will release something that is needed to create a human being. What is it called?

Once puberty starts a girl will release something that is needed to create a human being. What is it called?

There are many physcial changes during puberty for boys and girls. Some of the boys ones are:

The hormone for boys to start puberty is called estrogen

The hormone for girls to start puberty is called testosterone

The pituitary gland is the part of your brain that secretes hormones that start puberty.