Given below are two statements: Statement I: The opening of the vagina is always completely covered by a membrane called the hymen. Statement II: The hymen can be broken by a sudden fall or jolt, insertion of a vaginal tampon, or active participation in sports like horseback riding. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Statement I is false because the opening of the vagina is often covered partially, not completely, by a membrane called the hymen. If it were completely covered, menstrual flow would be blocked. Statement II is true as the hymen can be torn during the first coitus or it can also be broken by a sudden fall or jolt, insertion of a vaginal tampon, or active participation in some sports like horseback riding, cycling, etc. Therefore, Statement I is false but Statement II is true. Answer: Statement I is false but Statem