Year 9 Puberty Assessment

Year 9 Puberty Assessment: Master puberty, reproduction, and body image.

SECTION 1 Changes During Puberty Place the words in the correct categories below. Changes that happen to just girls hips widen menstruation puberty occurs between 8 - 14 years of age Breast grow Changes that happen to just boys shoulders broaden facial hair voice deepens puberty occurs between 10-15 years of age production of sperm perspires a great deal Changes that happen to both girls and boys growth spurts change in weight acne pubic hair mood swings Body odor intense emotions muscles growing pains conscious of appearance When your body begins to develop and change as you move from being a kid to an adult is called puberty just being a teen adult Everybody goes through puberty. True False neither Please read the following sentence and type in the word that fits best into the blank area. When your body is ready to begin puberty, your pituitary gland releases special hormones. These hormones go to work on different parts of the body. CONCEPTION FERTILISATION Puberty can be overwhelming to teens. Some teens have a difficulty adjusting to the changing of their body shape. Some teens are embarrassed or confused about the sexual changes occurring to their body. Where does fertilisation usually take place? In the vagina In the uterus In the fallopian tube At the cervix How many sperm does a male release in one ejaculation? 10,000 700,000 90,000,000 300,000,000 Where is sperm made? Penis Testes Scrotum Prostate gland Complete the following sentences. 1. The female hormone is known as: Estrogen2. The Male hormone is known as Testosterone3. Fertilisation is when sperm and egg meet4. Implanation is after fertilization this is the first stage of conception when the cells attach to the uterus wall. 5. An embryo is: The first stage of human development from 2 to 8 weeks.6. A foetus is: The development of a human from 9 to 40 weeks. Match the picture to the title The 3 pictures are 3 different stages of development. Sort them in to the correct category. 12 weeks 20 weeks 36 weeks GENERAL PUBERTY MULTIPLE CHOICE Everyone starts puberty at the age of 9. TRUE FALSE During puberty your feelings may be Happy Sad Angry All of the above Pimples are caused by Not having enough sleep Feeling stressed An increase in the skin’s oil Getting sunburnt Guys start to produce sperm when they go through puberty. TRUE FALSE What causes puberty to begin? Your… Age Hormones Maturity A female is born with all her eggs in the ovaries. TRUE FALSE When a boy’s voice is breaking It means he talks too much His voice box will need stitches It is painful His vocal cords are growing Which of the following is true: When a girl has her period she Should not exercise Cannot go swimming May experience period pain Is contagious Sometimes a boy’s body will release seminal fluid through the penis during the night when he’s asleep. This is called Wetting the bed A wet dream An erection Masturbation RELATIONSHIPS Which of the following is not an aspect of a respectful relationship? Open communication Companionship Control Support If your partner sends you a sexual photo it’s OK to show it to your friends? TRUE FALSE In a respectful relationship it is OK to disagree and argue about things. TRUE FALSE Whatever you post online becomes public and anyone can take it and share it. TRUE FALSE You should always do what your friends want to do? TRUE FALSE In a relationship you have the right to: Tell the other person what to do Always get your own way Express your own opinion All of the above In Aotearoa, it is illegal to send nude or sexual pictures of someone under the age of 18. TRUE FALSE It’s OK to talk to your parents or a trusted adult about relationships and sex. TRUE FALSE A person can be sexually attracted to someone of the same sex, opposite sex, both sexes or no one in particular. TRUE FALSE In a respectful relationship it is OK to disagree and argue about things. TRUE FALSE SECTION 2 What is one strategy that you could do to avoid the pressure of advancing your relationship faster than you are comfortable with it? What is one strategy you could do to help you deal with the changes to your body during puberty? What is one strategy you could do to help you to minimise the conflict that teenagers can have with their parents? penis scrotum testicles ovaries uterus fallopian tubes vagina Menstruation(fill in the blanks) Menstruation, commonly known as a period, is a natural process that occurs in females. It usually starts during puberty, around the ages of 9 to 16. Menstruation is a part of the menstrual cycle, which is approximately 28 days long. During this cycle, the body prepares the uterus for a possible pregnancy. If pregnancy doesn't happen, the lining of the uterus, along with blood and other materials, is shed through the vagina. What happens?(fill in the blanks) Menstruation can be different for each person. Some may experience mild discomfort, while others may have cramps or mood changes. It's completely normal to feel a bit uneasy during this time. However, if the pain becomes severe and interferes with daily activities, it's essential to seek advice from a trusted adult or healthcare professional. Sanitary products(fill in the blanks) Sanitary products are essential items used during menstruation to manage menstrual flow and maintain personal hygiene. There are several types of sanitary products available, including pads, tampons, and menstrual cups.Pads, also known as sanitary napkins, are absorbent materials that stick to underwear. They come in different sizes and shapes, some with wings for added protection against leaks. Pads should be changed regularly, every few hours, to stay comfortable and clean.Tampons are small, cylindrical, absorbent products inserted into the vagina to collect menstrual blood. They come in various sizes and absorbencies to suit different needs. It's essential to change tampons every few hours to avoid the risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome .Menstrual cups are reusable and eco-friendly alternatives. They are made of medical-grade silicone and are inserted into the vagina to collect menstrual blood. They can be used for up to 12 hours, and after emptying and washing, they can be reused. SECTION 3 Societal attitudes and values Look at this image of females and answer the following questions Do these images promote positive body image for teenagers? Why or why not? Do you think the media is a positive or negative influence on young peoples ideas on their own body image? How do these images affect young peoples’ wellbeing Look at this image of Dan Carter advertising Jockey Underwear. Answer these questions Why do companies use these images in their advertising? Do you think the messages this image promotes is positive or negative?Explain your answer. What do you think the media could do differently to promote positive body image for teenagers