Question 1

What is the "stress model of parental effectiveness?"

Accepted Answer

The "stress model of parental effectiven

Question 2

Research by Straus and his colleagues show that children who have been frequently spanked by their parents, are

Accepted Answer

A)  less likely later to cheat or tell lies. 
B)  less likely to bully or be cruel or mean to others. 
C)  more likely to have behavior problems later in life, as well as depression. 
D)  less likely to misbehave in various ways. 
A)  less likely later to cheat or tell lies. 
B)  less likely to bully or be cruel or mean to others. 
C)  more likely to have behavior problems later in life, as well as depression. 
D)  less likely to misbehave in various ways.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the "facts" discussed in the text concerning fathers as primary parents?

Accepted Answer

A)  About 20 percent of all U.S. children under age fifteen are living with single fathers. 
B)  About 5 percent of black and of nonHispanic white children live with single fathers. 
C)  Whether married or single, fathers as primary parents report facing isolation and stereotypes. 
D)  Primary-parent fathers have begun to organize support groups. 
A)  About 20 percent of all U.S. children under age fifteen are living with single fathers. 
B)  About 5 percent of black and of nonHispanic white children live with single fathers. 
C)  Whether married or single, fathers as primary parents report facing isolation and stereotypes. 
D)  Primary-parent fathers have begun to organize support groups.

Question 4

Children's needs differ according to age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

In accordance with the stress model of parental effectiveness, single mothers have several stressors which can lead to less effective parenting behaviors. Which of the following is NOT one of these?

Accepted Answer

A)  time constraints 
B)  poorer economic resources 
C)  a private safety net 
D)  higher depression levels 
A)  time constraints 
B)  poorer economic resources 
C)  a private safety net 
D)  higher depression levels

Question 6

The home lives of undocumented parents are often characterized by

Accepted Answer

A)  corporal punishment. 
B)  familial loyalty. 
C)  fear and vigilance. 
D)  respect for parents and elders. 
A)  corporal punishment. 
B)  familial loyalty. 
C)  fear and vigilance. 
D)  respect for parents and elders.

Question 7

According to research, about of mothers had spanked their children.

Accepted Answer

A)  20% 
B)  44% 
C)  75% 
D)  80% 
A)  20% 
B)  44% 
C)  75% 
D)  80%

Question 8

The mean age of children in foster care is about years.

Accepted Answer

A)  3 
B)  5 
C)  8 
D)  13 
A)  3 
B)  5 
C)  8 
D)  13

Question 9

The parent's style is indulgent, and often leads to the classic "spoiled child."

Accepted Answer

A)  authoritarian 
B)  authoritative 
C)  permissive 
D)  egalitarian 
A)  authoritarian 
B)  authoritative 
C)  permissive 
D)  egalitarian

Question 10

Native American parents have been described as exhibiting a(n) parenting style.

Accepted Answer

A)  authoritarian 
B)  permissive 
C)  hierarchical 
D)  authoritative 
A)  authoritarian 
B)  permissive 
C)  hierarchical 
D)  authoritative

Question 11

The new image of a "good" father in today's society says that fathers .

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A)  are mainly providers or breadwinners 
B)  should be the primary nurturer of the child 
C)  can make less money, if they stay at home more 
D)  not only take financial responsibility but also are actively involved in child care 
A)  are mainly providers or breadwinners 
B)  should be the primary nurturer of the child 
C)  can make less money, if they stay at home more 
D)  not only take financial responsibility but also are actively involved in child care

Question 12

The text points out that children today face demands for achievement from schools, church, recreational organizations, peers and, of course, parents. This "scheduled hyperactivity" can produce a " child," who is forced to assume too many challenges and responsibilities too soon.

Accepted Answer

A)  hurried 
B)  emotionally repressed 
C)  restricted 
D)  passive 
A)  hurried 
B)  emotionally repressed 
C)  restricted 
D)  passive

Question 13

Mothers spank less often than fathers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

According to the text, spanking refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  hitting a child with an open hand without causing physical injury. 
B)  striking a child with a blunt object such as a paddle. 
C)  repeatedly striking a child with a non-injurious object, such as a folded newspaper. 
D)  hitting a child with a small object. 
A)  hitting a child with an open hand without causing physical injury. 
B)  striking a child with a blunt object such as a paddle. 
C)  repeatedly striking a child with a non-injurious object, such as a folded newspaper. 
D)  hitting a child with a small object.

Question 15

More highly educated parents have fewer children on average and are likely to emphasize of their child's talents and overall development.

Accepted Answer

concerted

Question 16

Single mothers often have a , or social support from family and friends.

Accepted Answer

A)  public nest 
B)  private army 
C)  private safety net 
D)  public hammock 
A)  public nest 
B)  private army 
C)  private safety net 
D)  public hammock

Question 17

Between of all births occur to uncoupled, single mothers.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 and 5 percent 
B)  15 and 20 percent 
C)  35 and 30 percent 
D)  50 and 60 percent 
A)  1 and 5 percent 
B)  15 and 20 percent 
C)  35 and 30 percent 
D)  50 and 60 percent

Question 18

Children and adults can demonstrate the capacity to recover from adverse situations and events. This is called being

Accepted Answer

A)  resistant. 
B)  resilient. 
C)  reliable. 
D)  revolutionary. 
A)  resistant. 
B)  resilient. 
C)  reliable. 
D)  revolutionary.

Question 19

The hierarchical parenting model seems to apply particularly to parents.

Accepted Answer

A)  Hispanic 
B)  Asian American 
C)  non-Hispanic white 
D)  African American 
A)  Hispanic 
B)  Asian American 
C)  non-Hispanic white 
D)  African American

Question 20

Authoritative parenting combines emotional nurturing and support with parental direction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What is the "stress model of parental effectiveness?"

Research by Straus and his colleagues show that children who have been frequently spanked by their parents, are

Which of the following is NOT one of the "facts" discussed in the text concerning fathers as primary parents?

Children's needs differ according to age.

In accordance with the stress model of parental effectiveness, single mothers have several stressors which can lead to less effective parenting behaviors. Which of the following is NOT one of these?

The home lives of undocumented parents are often characterized by

According to research, about of mothers had spanked their children.

The mean age of children in foster care is about years.

The parent's style is indulgent, and often leads to the classic "spoiled child."

Native American parents have been described as exhibiting a(n) parenting style.

The new image of a "good" father in today's society says that fathers .

The text points out that children today face demands for achievement from schools, church, recreational organizations, peers and, of course, parents. This "scheduled hyperactivity" can produce a " child," who is forced to assume too many challenges and responsibilities too soon.

Mothers spank less often than fathers.

According to the text, spanking refers to

More highly educated parents have fewer children on average and are likely to emphasize of their child's talents and overall development.

Single mothers often have a , or social support from family and friends.

Between of all births occur to uncoupled, single mothers.

Children and adults can demonstrate the capacity to recover from adverse situations and events. This is called being

The hierarchical parenting model seems to apply particularly to parents.

Authoritative parenting combines emotional nurturing and support with parental direction.

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What is the "stress model of parental effectiveness?"

Research by Straus and his colleagues show that children who have been frequently spanked by their parents, are

Which of the following is NOT one of the "facts" discussed in the text concerning fathers as primary parents?

Children's needs differ according to age.

In accordance with the stress model of parental effectiveness, single mothers have several stressors which can lead to less effective parenting behaviors. Which of the following is NOT one of these?

The home lives of undocumented parents are often characterized by

According to research, about of mothers had spanked their children.

The mean age of children in foster care is about years.

The parent's style is indulgent, and often leads to the classic "spoiled child."

Native American parents have been described as exhibiting a(n) parenting style.

The new image of a "good" father in today's society says that fathers .

The text points out that children today face demands for achievement from schools, church, recreational organizations, peers and, of course, parents. This "scheduled hyperactivity" can produce a " child," who is forced to assume too many challenges and responsibilities too soon.

Mothers spank less often than fathers.

According to the text, spanking refers to

More highly educated parents have fewer children on average and are likely to emphasize of their child's talents and overall development.

Single mothers often have a , or social support from family and friends.

Between of all births occur to uncoupled, single mothers.

Children and adults can demonstrate the capacity to recover from adverse situations and events. This is called being

The hierarchical parenting model seems to apply particularly to parents.

Authoritative parenting combines emotional nurturing and support with parental direction.

Making Family Choices in a Changing Society

Exploring Relationships and Families

Gendered Identities and Families

Our Sexual Selves

Love and Choosing a Life Partner

Marriage: From Social Institution to Private Relationship

Deciding About Parenthood

Work and Family

Communication in Relationships, Marriages, and Families

Power and Violence in Families

Family Stress, Crisis, and Resilience

Divorce and Relationship Dissolution

Remarriages and Stepfamilies

Aging and Multigenerational Families

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