Question 2
- Name the contraceptive devices labeled I, II, III and IV. [4 marks]
- Name one part each of the female reproductive system where the devices labeled III and IV are placed. [2 marks]
- State two advantages of using III over IV. [2 marks]
- Mention two types of permanent contraceptive methods. [1 mark]
QUESTION 2
The diagrams below illustrate types of contraceptive devices. Study them and answer questions 2(a) to 2(d).
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Observation
Many of the candidates were able to identify and name correctly items (a) ii and iii. Also, they were unable to name (a)i and iv as pills/contraceptive pills and intra-uterine device (IUD). Many candidate misinterpreted the question 2(c) and gave the advantages of vagina over womb instead of the advantages of condom over IUD.
The expected answers are:
- (a) Name of Contraceptive devices labelled I, II, III and IV
- Pills/Contraceptive pills
- Calendar
- Condom
- Intra-uterine device/IUD
(b) Parts of the female reproductive system where III/Condom and IV/Intra-
uterine device/IUD are placed.
III/Condom
- Vagina
- Vulva
IV/Intra-uterine device/IUD
- Uterus/Womb
- Cervix
(c) Advantages of using III/Condom over IV/Intra-uterine device
- It is cheaper to acquire
- It is easy to use
- It has no side effects
- It can be used by both gender
- It is ready to use/readily available
- It is convenient
(d) Types of permanent contraceptive methods
- Vasectomy