Complete Question Bank for Class 12 Biology - Chapter 3: Human Reproduction
This document contains all possible questions that can be framed from the NCERT textbook. These
include MCQs, Very Short Answer, Short Answer, Long Answer, Assertion-Reason, HOTS, and
Diagram-Based Questions.
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1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. The function of acrosome in a sperm is:
2. Ovulation usually occurs on which day of the menstrual cycle?
3. Which hormone triggers parturition?
4. Fertilization in humans takes place in:
5. Capacitation of sperms occurs in:
6. Which layer of the uterus is responsible for implantation?
7. hCG is secreted by:
8. Spermatogenesis is initiated by:
9. Which cells in the testes secrete testosterone?
10. Role of FSH in males is:
11. LH surge causes:
12. Zona pellucida in the ovum:
13. Part of the sperm that contains mitochondria:
14. Chromosome number in secondary oocyte is:
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2. Very Short Answer Questions (1 mark)
1. Define spermiogenesis.
2. Name the cells forming the blood-testis barrier.
3. Write the full forms of LH and FSH.
4. What is colostrum?
5. Role of oxytocin in parturition?
6. Define gestation.
7. Function of Sertoli cells?
8. Define menarche and menopause.
9. Name the layers of the uterus.
10. One function of placenta?
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3. Short Answer Questions (2-3 marks)
1. Draw a labelled diagram of human sperm.
2. Role of seminal vesicles in reproduction.
3. Differentiate between spermatogenesis and oogenesis.
4. What is corpus luteum? Mention its role.
5. Describe the phases of the menstrual cycle.
6. Hormonal control of spermatogenesis.
7. Functions of placenta.
8. Differentiate between blastula and morula.
9. Role of estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy.
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4. Long Answer Questions (5 marks)
1. Describe spermatogenesis with diagram.
2. Explain the process of oogenesis in human females.
3. Describe the menstrual cycle with hormones involved.
4. Explain the process of fertilization in humans.
5. Stages of embryonic development up to implantation.
6. Structure and functions of placenta.
7. Process of parturition and hormonal control.
8. Mammary gland development and lactation process.
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5. Assertion and Reason Questions
Instructions: Choose the correct option:
(a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
(c) A is true, but R is false.
(d) A is false, but R is true.
1. A: LH surge causes ovulation.
R: LH stimulates growth of ovarian follicles.
2. A: Spermatozoa are motile.
R: Mitochondria in the midpiece provide energy.
3. A: Fertilization occurs in fallopian tube.
R: Fallopian tube is the site where sperm meets the egg.
4. A: Progesterone maintains pregnancy.
R: It helps in development of the embryo.
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6. HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills)
1. Why are testes located outside the abdominal cavity?
2. What diagnostic tests are recommended for infertility?
3. Why does menstruation stop during pregnancy?
4. Will fertilization occur if a woman has a blocked fallopian tube? Why?
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7. Diagram-Based Questions
1. Labelled diagram of male reproductive system.
2. Labelled diagram of female reproductive system.
3. Labelled diagram of sperm.
4. Structure of ovum (with zona pellucida and corona radiata).
5. Diagram of blastocyst.
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End of Question Bank