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1. Fertility is a disease.
TRUEFALSE

2. Within a cycle, a woman can't be assured of any infertile days.
TRUEFALSE

3. In the methods listed below, which one is most effective?
A-Calendar Method (Ogino-Knauss)
B-Temperature Method
C-Cervical Mucus Method (Billings)
D-Sympto-Thermal Method (STM)
E-Intuitive Method «I feel it, I know my body»

4. The effectiveness of the Sympto-Thermal Method is comparable to that of the contraceptive pill and the IUD (intra-uterine device).
TRUEFALSE

5. Amongst the following symptoms, which one is not useful in determining infertility within a menstrual cycle?
A-Cervical mucus
B-The Cervix
C-Basal Body temperature
D-Lower abdominal pain

6. Which of the following methods is most effective?
A-The Sympto-Thermal Method with abstinence during the fertile phase
B-The Sympto-Thermal Method using a condom during the fertile phase
C-The Sympto-Thermal Method using the cervical cap during the fertile phase

7. What are the advantages in opting for abstinence during the fertile phase?
A-It fosters positive communication between the couple, deepens intimacy and renews romance
B-It enhances sexual harmony on all levels
C-It encourages and respects the natural processes
D-It’s an inexpensive and responsible alternative
E-All of the above