Exam 9: Singlehood, Cohabitation, Civil Unions, and Other Options

Ken and Carla, an unmarried couple, have been living together for the past three years.They have made numerous decisions together such as splitting their finances, getting a dog, and buying furniture.Eventually, without making a conscious decision or commitment, the couple slide into marriage.In this scenario, the couple experiences the ________.

Which of the following is a structural factor that is affecting marriage rates among Latinos?

During a debate about cohabitation, Corey states that cohabitation is likely to affect children adversely.However, Karl states that cohabitation has certain positive effects on children.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Karl's argument?

Which of the following is true of same-sex marriages in America?

Which of the following is a myth about being single?

Which of the following is true of the relationship between cohabitation and marriage?

Among all racial groups in America, the vast majority of people living alone are ________.

Voluntary stable singles differ from voluntary temporary singles in that voluntary stable singles ________.

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?

________ singles are primarily older, divorced, widowed, and never-married people who would like to marry or remarry but haven't found a suitable mate and now accept their single status as permanent.This group also includes singles who suffer from some physical or psychological impairment that limits their success in the marriage market.

Which of the following is a primary reason why many American women are increasingly choosing to live alone?

Harry, a serial dater, has lived with several women over the past few years.He believes that all relationships are temporary and views living together as an alternative to marriage.Harry is also extremely independent and is unable to sacrifice for the common good of a relationship.This scenario illustrates the ________.

Which of the following is true of the difference between men and women with regard to postponing marriage?

A ________ is a long-term commitment between two people who don't plan to marry.

A common reason for getting married is companionship.How has the need for companionship decreased as a reason for marriage, especially in cities?

Which of the following is a macro-level factor that delays marriage?

Which of the following is true of the differences between Asian Americans and their Latino counterparts?

Jose, a student, has lived with several women over a period of time.However, he does not have any interest in long-term commitment and prefers to date.Identify and explain the kind of cohabitation experience Jose exemplifies.

________ have never married and are satisfied with that choice; are divorced or widowed but don't want to remarry; are living with someone but don't intend to marry; and whose religion forbids marriage, such as priests and nuns.

Martin and Christine, a cohabiting couple, have a three-year-old son.Which of the following must the couple do in order to protect the child's future inheritance?