Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Sexually transmitted infections

Sexually transmitted infections — practice question

(a)[4]

Complete Table 3.1 by placing each of the following birth control examples in the appropriate column: abstinence, condom, contraceptive pill, diaphragm, female sterilisation, IUD, monitoring body temperature, vasectomy.

(b)[3]

Complete the sentences to explain how the contraceptive pill works. Select your answers from the list. Each word may be used once, more than once or not at all. The contraceptive pill contains [BLANK]. They work by stopping the [BLANK] from releasing [BLANK].

(c(i))[1]

State the words represented by the letters HIV.

(c(ii))[2]

Describe two routes by which HIV can be transmitted.

(c(iii))[2]

Suggest two methods for controlling the spread of HIV.

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