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Social Problems examines the critical issues facing contemporary societies, including poverty, inequality, crime, substance abuse, environmental challenges, and discrimination based on race, class, or gender. The course explores the social origins and consequences of these problems, investigates the role of institutions and policies in addressing them, and introduces students to sociological theories and research methods for analyzing and understanding social issues. Through case studies and current events, students learn to critically evaluate varying perspectives and consider potential solutions for positive social change.
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Marriages and Families 8th Edition by
Nijole V. Benokraitis
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Chapter 1: he Changing Family
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Q1) ________ perspective is a social science perspective that focuses on large-scale patterns and processes that characterize society as a whole.
A) Nuclear-level
B) Cognitive-level
C) Macro-level
D) Micro-level
Answer: C
Q2) While being legally married to Cassie, James married Lisa, too.James has engaged in ________.
A) hypergamy
B) homogamy
C) bigamy
D) endogamy
Answer: C
Q3) Which of the following is true of polyandry?
A) It is more common than polygyny in many societies.
B) It exists in societies in which there is a shortage of men.
C) It is a practice in which one man marries two or more women.
D) It occurs when one man finds it difficult to provide for a family.
Answer: D
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Chapter 2: Studying the Family
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Q1) Sean, a sociologist, argues that ecological theories are useful in understanding the dynamics of nontraditional families.However, Paul, his colleague, disagrees and states that such theories are useful only in assessing traditional families.Which of the following statements, if true, is likely to support Paul's argument?
A) Ecological theories fail to explain family dynamics of traditional families.
B) Research has indicated that conflict theories are more effective than ecological theories in studying families.
C) Ecological theories often indicate how nuclear families evolve into nontraditional families.
D) Most ecological theories fail to incorporate gay and lesbian households.
Answer: D
Q2) According to structural-functionalism, family roles are functional because they create and preserve ________.
A) social change
B) individualism
C) flexibility and adaptability
D) order and stability
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: The Family in Historical Perspective
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Q1) Jane and Collin were married during the Colonial period, and their relationship was very characteristic of this era.Which of the following is likely to be true of their relationship?
A) Jane and Collin would have had an egalitarian relationship.
B) Collin could have used incompatibility as a ground for divorce.
C) Jane would have been subordinate to Collin.
D) Collin would've had to accept Jane's authority as law.
Answer: C
Q2) _______ was an ideology that arose in America during the Industrial Revolution, and which viewed women as having less vigor and force than men and therefore deemed less suited to public life.
A) Compadrazgo
B) Helicopter parenting
C) The cult of domesticity
D) Superwoman
Answer: C
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Chapter 4: Racial and Ethnic Families: Strengths and Stresses
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Q1) Which of the following groups is composed of people who identify with a particular national origin or cultural heritage?
A) a focus group
B) a social class
C) a racial group
D) an ethnic group
Q2) Why have many Asian American families become successful?
Q3) Aria Gonzales and her husband have just emigrated to the U.S.from Mexico.At first, they were apprehensive about settling down in a new country since they're not very familiar with American culture.However, Aria's relatives and cousins who arrived in the U.S.earlier are helping them adjust to their new environment by providing them with both emotional and economic support.What aspect of Latin American tradition has been illustrated in this scenario?
A) marianismo
B) machismo
C) dignidad
D) familism
Q4) Discuss gender roles within Asian American families.
Q5) Discuss the strengths of African American families.
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Chapter 5: Socialization and Gender Roles
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Q1) Which of the following is true about gender roles?
A) They are determined through interactions with the society.
B) They are determined by people's genes.
C) They are innate and unchangeable.
D) They are the biological characteristics of people.
Q2) Which of the following is a reason why sociobiological explanations of behavioral differences between males and females are controversial?
A) They assume that male and female behaviors will vary considerably across cultures.
B) They overlook the effect of evolution and genetic factors on human behavior.
C) There ignore that practically every behavior is influenced by socialization and culture.
D) They focus excessively on the effect of imitation and reinforcement on social interaction.
Q3) Which of the following is true of sex?
A) It does not determine how we act.
B) It defines how people think.
C) It determines how people feel.
D) It does not influence people's behavior.
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Chapter 6: Love and Loving Relationships
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Q1) James and Lily have a casual approach toward their relationship.They have several partners and are not possessive about each other.Their relationship is based on fun and lacks any emotional support.This is an example of a(n)________ style of love.
A) manic
B) eros
C) ludus
D) storge
Q2) According to evolutionary psychologists, twice as many men as women report jealousy over a mate's sexual infidelity.Assess why the evolutionary theory proposed this.
Q3) Andrew and Rachel believe that it was love at first sight when they met.Their relationship is characterized by a high degree of physical attraction and intense emotional desire.According to sociologist John Lee, Andrew and Rachel are ________ lovers.
A) storge
B) pragma
C) agape
D) eros
Q4) Why is love unrequited? Explain with the help of reasons.
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Chapter 7: Sexuality and Sexual Expression throughout Life
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Q1) The sexual drive that makes us receptive to sexual activity is called ________.
A) sexual orientation
B) sexual identity
C) sexual desire
D) sexual script
Q2) Peers are among the most common sources of information about sex.Which of the following, if true, supports this statement?
A) Peers are likely to be more open than parents about discussing sex.
B) They are more likely to be misinformed about sex.
C) Children confide more in their siblings than in their peers.
D) Over 90 percent of teenagers worldwide receive sex education from school counselors.
Q3) A micro explanation for extramarital sex is ________.
A) economic problems
B) a longer life
C) technological advances
D) excitement
Q4) Discuss emotional infidelity.
Q5) Discuss two macro-level reasons why STD rates are rising.
Q6) With the help of an example, explain insecurity reasons for having sex.
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Chapter 8: Choosing Others: Dating and Mate Selection
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Q1) ________ refers to marrying up to a higher social class.
A) Hypergamy
B) Endogamy
C) Polygamy
D) Hypogamy
Q2) Eugene signed up for an event at a local restaurant that required him to meet several women within a short time span.During the event, he was allowed to meet and speak to each woman for a maximum of three minutes before he needed to move on to talk to the next woman.In this scenario, Eugene was engaging in ________.
A) virtual dating
B) professional matchmaking
C) video dating
D) speed dating
Q3) Which of the following is a drawback of online dating?
A) It is not a convenient process.
B) It is an expensive dating method.
C) It does not allow people to arrange spur-of-the-moment dates.
D) It does not collect crucial information about individuals.
Q4) Explain how hooking up is different from getting together.
Q5) Briefly describe the principle of least interest.
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Chapter 9: Singlehood, Cohabitation, Civil Unions, and Other Options
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Q1) During a debate about marriage, Bryan is of the opinion that African American women are less likely to marry than their white counterparts.However, Peter argues otherwise and states that marriage rates among African Americans are high.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Bryan's argument?
A) A large percentage of African American women feel that there is a shortage of marriageable African American men.
B) Studies have shown that African American men are increasingly marrying outside their communities.
C) More African American women are choosing to cohabitate when compared to their white counterparts.
D) Unlike their Asian and Latin counterparts, the concept of family is relatively more important in African American society.
Q2) Which of the following is a primary reason why many American women are increasingly choosing to live alone?
A) the decline in education among men
B) the decline in education among women
C) the postponement of marriage
D) the failure of the feminist movement in America
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Chapter 10: Marriage and Communication in Intimate Relationships
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Q1) Before their marriage ceremony took place, Ashton and Melinda decided to sign agreement that would dictate what would happen in the event of a divorce.Identify and briefly explain such an agreement.
Q2) Which of the following is true of marriage rates in America?
A) Marriage rates are higher among people with college degrees than those without.
B) Marriage rates have been steadily increasing since 1980.
C) Marriage rates among whites are lower than those among blacks.
D) Marriage rates among Latinos are higher than those among whites.
Q3) Stuart and Kelly have been married for ten years.Over the past few years, Kelly has become disenchanted with the marriage and the couple has experienced a loss of emotional attachment.Stuart provides for the family but does not confide his problems with his wife and prefers his friends' company.In this scenario, the couple is experiencing
A) total marriage
B) marital burnout
C) congenial burnout
D) identity bargaining
Q4) Explain the self-disclosure concept.
Q5) Briefly describe a passive-congenial marriage.
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Q1) Ross believes that micro-level factors are typically responsible for delayed or postponed parenthood.However, Ryan disagrees and is of the opinion that macro-level factors typically contribute to postponed parenthood.Which of the following is an accurate statement that will strengthen Ryan's view?
A) Attitudes about the "ideal" family size have changed, resulting in less pressure to have more than two children.
B) Many single women don't want to conceive or adopt a child on their own.
C) The United States-especially compared with many European countries-has abysmal family leave policies, and rigid work schedules.
D) Women who enjoy their jobs and need money to boost their household income are often reluctant to take on balancing child rearing and paid work.
Q2) A(n)________ refers to the developing organism up to the eighth week of pregnancy.
A) embryo
B) fetus
C) egg cell
D) zygote
Q3) Briefly explain preimplantation genetic diagnosis.
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Chapter 12: Raising Children: Promises and Pitfalls
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Q1) Which of the following best describes latchkey kids?
A) kids who are left home alone while parents are at work
B) kids who interact regularly with their parents
C) kids who share beds with their parents
D) kids left with relatives when their parents travel out of town
Q2) In what ways are low-SES families different from high-SES families?
Q3) Jenifer and Rachel are both mothers of teenage children.They are discussing which parenting style is most effective.Jenifer states that authoritative parenting is better than permissive parenting.However, Rachel argues that permissive parenting is a better approach.Which of the following, if true, would weaken Rachel's argument?
A) A majority of children who grow up in homes with disciplinary parents tend to be hyperactive and irritable.
B) Studies show that children with responsive parents are able to assume leadership positions in adulthood more efficiently.
C) Adolescents raised in lenient households tend to be less mature and less responsible.
D) Research indicates that setting fewer boundaries for children helps them become more self-reliant.
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Chapter 13: The Economy and Family Life
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Q1) ________ are women with young children who choose jobs with enough flexibility to accommodate family needs.
A) Copers
B) Conflicteds
C) Captives
D) Commiteds
Q2) Which of the following professionals is most likely to have nonstandard work hours?
A) a teacher
B) an accountant
C) a banker
D) a firefighter
Q3) Wealth has several components.Which of the following is an example of property, one of the components of wealth?
A) bonds
B) stocks
C) real estate
D) wages
Q4) Explain the concept of a motherhood penalty with the help of an example.
Q5) Briefly explain some benefits of flextime.
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Chapter 14: Domestic Violence and Other Family Health
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Q1) Chandler and John are engaged in a debate about intimate partner violence.Chandler opines that marital death rates are falling and women are less likely to be killed by their husband.However, John argues otherwise and states that women are increasingly suffering from marital deaths.Which of the following statements, if true, is most likely to strengthen Chandler's opinion?
A) Women are increasingly postponing marriage and are hence marrying mature men who have greater conflict resolution skills.
B) Among African American and Latino communities, the gang membership among men has decreased substantially and hence men are less likely to grow up to be abusive.
C) Studies have shown that women are increasingly reporting domestic violence unlike during previous decades and hence are more likely to identify and report abusive husbands or domestic partners early.
D) There is a steep rise in the number of women taking up self-defense classes in the United States.
Q2) Explain how ignoring sibling violence can be disastrous to a child's growth.
Q3) Provide an example of familycide.
Q4) Briefly describe the key concepts of resource theory.
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Chapter 15: Separation, Divorce, Remarriage, and Stepfamilies
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Q1) The likelihood of divorce is ________ if partners belong to different faiths.
A) low
B) high
C) absent
D) moderate
Q2) Describe a scenario which would serve as an example of pseudo reconciliation.
Q3) Which of the following is true of co-parenting?
A) It isn't a legal type of custody.
B) It does not require for the partners to communicate with each other.
C) It is not a part of the divorce process.
D) It only allows for either partner to have physical custody and not legal custody.
Q4) Joint custody differs from split custody in that in a joint custody ________.
A) the mother gets the daughters and the father gets the sons
B) the children divide their time between their parents, who share decisions about the children's upbringing
C) the children are allowed to choose the parent with whom they want to live
D) neither parent gets legal or physical custody of the children
Q5) List and discuss the different types of stepfamilies.
Q6) Briefly describe the four phases of separation.
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Chapter 16: Families in Later Life
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Q1) ________ siblings are indifferent, rarely think about each other, and have little contact with each other.
A) Hostile
B) Apathetic
C) Congenial
D) Autocratic
Q2) Ageism refers to the ________.
A) gradual loss of memory as a person gets older
B) study of the aging process
C) discrimination against people based on their age
D) transition of an individual from work life to retirement
Q3) Hayden tells his friend how his brother Mark had borrowed money from him years ago and didn't have the courtesy of returning it.They rarely keep in touch now.He also tells him that Mark was the problem child of the family and would frequently steal from their father's wallet.Hayden and John are an example of ________ siblings.
A) congenial
B) apathetic
C) hostile
D) autocratic
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