Exam 10: Families and the Work They Do

The data are clear: Children who are in childcare for more than 30 hours per week are more likely to be anxious and do more poorly in school, although they tend to be more independent.

The unemployment rate in 2013 was approximately __________ percent, which is a/an ___________ from the 2010 unemployment rate.

Gina works in an unskilled job at a fast food restaurant. She makes near-minimum wage, has no benefits, and is sent home early without pay when hours are slow. Her supervisor wouldn't be terribly worried if she quit. She is an example of a/an:

What has been the trend in mothers' labor force participation since 1970?

During the late 1800s it was illegal for women to work outside the home.

In trying to juggle work and family demands, Colby is experiencing "spillover," which refers to __________.

Describe the changing occupational structure, including global competition and increasing technology.

Jobs are being outsourced to other countries because Americans are less willing to work in those industries.

An occurrence caused by the demands involved in one sphere of work carrying over into work in another sphere is known as spillover.

Which is NOT one of the consequences of the recession discussed in your text?

Chiu-Ling finds it difficult to have quality time at home with her family in the evening because her boss often sends her emails and expects a prompt response. This is an example of:

Why don't more mothers (or fathers)work part-time?

Describe the "doing gender" explanation for the division of household labor.

Globalization and global competition:

List three characteristics of those people who earn minimum wage, according to your text.

Housework that is repetitive and less likely to be postponable is called:

Mary and Evan are a married couple, and Mary does most of the housework. They rarely discuss household labor because their division of tasks just seems a natural and normal part of being a man and a woman. This perspective is called:

Which of the following is evidence of the recent recession?

What may be the effects of childcare on child well-being, according to research?

Liam is one of the __________ people who were without health insurance in 2011.