Question 1

The author's goal in Chapter 2 was:

Accepted Answer

A)  to point out the strengths of various ethnic groups. 
B)  to explain how cultural diversity is a wonderful concept,but irrelevant to the success of a normal society. 
C)  to point out the positive things that many cultural groups bring to a well-functioning society. 
D)  to point out the strengths of various ethnic groups and the positive things that many cultural groups bring to a well-functioning society. 
A)  to point out the strengths of various ethnic groups. 
B)  to explain how cultural diversity is a wonderful concept,but irrelevant to the success of a normal society. 
C)  to point out the positive things that many cultural groups bring to a well-functioning society. 
D)  to point out the strengths of various ethnic groups and the positive things that many cultural groups bring to a well-functioning society.

Question 2

At the world cup match,Renaldo cheers that Brazil's success is yet another example of Brazilian superiority.He believes that Brazilians are better at many things,smarter and more attractive then other groups.This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  egocentrism. 
B)  ethnocentrism. 
C)  acculturation. 
D)  an emic perspective. 
A)  egocentrism. 
B)  ethnocentrism. 
C)  acculturation. 
D)  an emic perspective.

Question 3

According to Fowers and Davidov,to lead to self-awareness,a person must begin with:

Accepted Answer

A)  knowledge. 
B)  cultural competence. 
C)  self-exploration. 
D)  self-perception. 
A)  knowledge. 
B)  cultural competence. 
C)  self-exploration. 
D)  self-perception.

Question 4

African American families are known for strengths such as:

Accepted Answer

A)  strong kinship bonds. 
B)  flexibility in family roles. 
C)  strong motivation to achieve. 
D)  all of these. 
A)  strong kinship bonds. 
B)  flexibility in family roles. 
C)  strong motivation to achieve. 
D)  all of these.

Question 5

Family patterns have more conflict in polygamous and polyandrous societies than in monogamous societies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

In patriarchal and matriarchal groups,the criterion of _____ is most important and it is seconded by _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In patriarchal and matriarchal groups,the criterion of...

Question 7

All cultures have norms and expectations that govern kinship behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

After about 40 years,the United States government agreed to repay the value of lost homes and businesses to Japanese Americans who had been in resettlement camps during World War II.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following questions would NOT assess family flexibility?

Accepted Answer

A)  How open is your family to change? 
B)  Does your family celebrate birthdays and holidays together? 
C)  How effectively does the family deal with stress? 
D)  Do they have shared ethical values? 
A)  How open is your family to change? 
B)  Does your family celebrate birthdays and holidays together? 
C)  How effectively does the family deal with stress? 
D)  Do they have shared ethical values?

Question 10

There is a lot of data available used to study same-sex marriage.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

If a man considers his sister,but not his sister's children,to be part of his family,he most likely lives in a __________ society.

Accepted Answer

A)  matrilineal 
B)  consanguineous 
C)  patrilineal 
D)  polyandrous 
A)  matrilineal 
B)  consanguineous 
C)  patrilineal 
D)  polyandrous

Question 12

"Kinship" refers to a culture's norms regarding all the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  relatedness of individuals within the group. 
B)  marital forms. 
C)  family structure. 
D)  rites of passage. 
A)  relatedness of individuals within the group. 
B)  marital forms. 
C)  family structure. 
D)  rites of passage.

Question 13

The process by which old cultural traits and values are replaced by those of the new dominant culture is known as acculturation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

_____ is the process whereby cultural traits and values from one ethnic group become blended with the dominant culture.

Accepted Answer

A)  Assimilation 
B)  Acculturation 
C)  Segregation 
D)  All of these 
A)  Assimilation 
B)  Acculturation 
C)  Segregation 
D)  All of these

Question 15

Some U.S.states are known as "majority-minority" states,which means their total minority population exceeds 50%.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is the best example of a pseudo-kin relationship?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adoptive parents/adopted child 
B)  Godparent/godchild 
C)  Second cousins 
D)  Day-care provider/child 
A)  Adoptive parents/adopted child 
B)  Godparent/godchild 
C)  Second cousins 
D)  Day-care provider/child

Question 17

You and your partner had a beautiful wedding in Wisconsin,your family flew in from Texas and your partner's family flew in from California.The two of you plan to move to New Hampshire after the wedding to look for work.The norms that have influenced this decision regarding your new home are most likely:

Accepted Answer

A)  patrilocal norms. 
B)  neolocal norms. 
C)  matrilocal norms. 
D)  equalitarian norms. 
A)  patrilocal norms. 
B)  neolocal norms. 
C)  matrilocal norms. 
D)  equalitarian norms.

Question 18

Most American Indians:

Accepted Answer

A)  identify themselves simply as "Native Americans" or "Indians." 
B)  embrace a specific tribal identity. 
C)  live on reservations. 
D)  live in cities. 
A)  identify themselves simply as "Native Americans" or "Indians." 
B)  embrace a specific tribal identity. 
C)  live on reservations. 
D)  live in cities.

Question 19

Sakura is a second generation American and is tired of what she feels are constricting norms and expectations for her behavior.She wants to be like "regular" teens despite family resistance.This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  assimilation. 
B)  ethnocentrism. 
C)  acculturation. 
D)  an emic perspective. 
A)  assimilation. 
B)  ethnocentrism. 
C)  acculturation. 
D)  an emic perspective.

Question 20

A typical "family tree" kind of genealogy reflects _______ norms for descent.

Accepted Answer

A)  matrilineal 
B)  patrilineal 
C)  bilateral 
D)  geometrical 
A)  matrilineal 
B)  patrilineal 
C)  bilateral 
D)  geometrical

The author's goal in Chapter 2 was:

At the world cup match,Renaldo cheers that Brazil's success is yet another example of Brazilian superiority.He believes that Brazilians are better at many things,smarter and more attractive then other groups.This is an example of:

According to Fowers and Davidov,to lead to self-awareness,a person must begin with:

African American families are known for strengths such as:

Family patterns have more conflict in polygamous and polyandrous societies than in monogamous societies.

In patriarchal and matriarchal groups,the criterion of _ is most important and it is seconded by _.

All cultures have norms and expectations that govern kinship behavior.

After about 40 years,the United States government agreed to repay the value of lost homes and businesses to Japanese Americans who had been in resettlement camps during World War II.

Which of the following questions would NOT assess family flexibility?

There is a lot of data available used to study same-sex marriage.

If a man considers his sister,but not his sister's children,to be part of his family,he most likely lives in a __________ society.

"Kinship" refers to a culture's norms regarding all the following EXCEPT:

The process by which old cultural traits and values are replaced by those of the new dominant culture is known as acculturation.

_____ is the process whereby cultural traits and values from one ethnic group become blended with the dominant culture.

Some U.S.states are known as "majority-minority" states,which means their total minority population exceeds 50%.

Which of the following is the best example of a pseudo-kin relationship?

Most American Indians:

Sakura is a second generation American and is tired of what she feels are constricting norms and expectations for her behavior.She wants to be like "regular" teens despite family resistance.This is an example of:

A typical "family tree" kind of genealogy reflects _______ norms for descent.

Perspectives on Intimate Relationships

Understanding Marriage and Family Dynamics

Communication and Intimacy

Conflict and Conflict Resolution

Sexual Intimacy

Gender Roles and Power in the Family

Managing Economic Resources

Friendship, intimacy, and Singlehood

Dating, mate Selection, and Living Together

Marriage: Building a Strong Foundation

Parenthood: Joys and Challenges

Midlife and Older Couples

Stress, abuse, and Family Problems

Divorce, single-Parent Families, and Stepfamilies

Strengthening Marriages and Families Worldwide

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Exam 2: Cultural Diversity and Diversity in Family Structure: Family Strengths and Challenges

The author's goal in Chapter 2 was:

At the world cup match,Renaldo cheers that Brazil's success is yet another example of Brazilian superiority.He believes that Brazilians are better at many things,smarter and more attractive then other groups.This is an example of:

According to Fowers and Davidov,to lead to self-awareness,a person must begin with:

African American families are known for strengths such as:

Family patterns have more conflict in polygamous and polyandrous societies than in monogamous societies.

In patriarchal and matriarchal groups,the criterion of _____ is most important and it is seconded by _____.

All cultures have norms and expectations that govern kinship behavior.

After about 40 years,the United States government agreed to repay the value of lost homes and businesses to Japanese Americans who had been in resettlement camps during World War II.

Which of the following questions would NOT assess family flexibility?

There is a lot of data available used to study same-sex marriage.

If a man considers his sister,but not his sister's children,to be part of his family,he most likely lives in a __________ society.

"Kinship" refers to a culture's norms regarding all the following EXCEPT:

The process by which old cultural traits and values are replaced by those of the new dominant culture is known as acculturation.

_____ is the process whereby cultural traits and values from one ethnic group become blended with the dominant culture.

Some U.S.states are known as "majority-minority" states,which means their total minority population exceeds 50%.

Which of the following is the best example of a pseudo-kin relationship?

Most American Indians:

Sakura is a second generation American and is tired of what she feels are constricting norms and expectations for her behavior.She wants to be like "regular" teens despite family resistance.This is an example of:

A typical "family tree" kind of genealogy reflects _______ norms for descent.

Perspectives on Intimate Relationships

Understanding Marriage and Family Dynamics

Communication and Intimacy

Conflict and Conflict Resolution

Sexual Intimacy

Gender Roles and Power in the Family

Managing Economic Resources

Friendship, intimacy, and Singlehood

Dating, mate Selection, and Living Together

Marriage: Building a Strong Foundation

Parenthood: Joys and Challenges

Midlife and Older Couples

Stress, abuse, and Family Problems

Divorce, single-Parent Families, and Stepfamilies

Strengthening Marriages and Families Worldwide

Filters

In patriarchal and matriarchal groups,the criterion of _ is most important and it is seconded by _.