Question 1

How do siblings relationships of today's elderly differ from those of the past? Why are sibling relationships often important to the elderly?

Accepted Answer

Siblings relationships of today's elderly differ from those of the past in several ways. In the past, families tended to be larger, and siblings often lived in close proximity to each other, leading to more frequent and regular interactions. Additionally, in the past, there may have been more traditional gender roles and expectations within families, which could have influenced the dynamics of sibling relationships.

Today, however, many elderly siblings may live farther apart from each other, have different lifestyles and interests, and may not have as much regular contact with each other. Additionally, societal changes and advancements in technology have also impacted sibling relationships, as elderly siblings may now have more opportunities to stay connected through phone calls, video chats, and social media.

Sibling relationships are often important to the elderly for several reasons. Firstly, siblings can provide emotional support and companionship, especially as they age and may experience loneliness or health challenges. Siblings can also serve as a source of continuity and connection to one's past, as they share childhood memories and family history. Additionally, siblings may also play a role in providing practical support, such as helping with daily tasks, providing transportation, or offering financial assistance.

Overall, sibling relationships are often important to the elderly because they provide a sense of belonging, support, and connection to their past, and can contribute to their overall well-being and quality of life.

Question 2

Religion is the fundamental motive for living of the intrinsically religious.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Older Americans are still likely to live in the communities in which they raised their children.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Religiosity refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  religion as the fundamental motive for living. 
B)  interaction with organized religion. 
C)  the psychological sense of purpose and well-being due to spiritual transcendence from self. 
D)  the use of religion for purposes such as socialization. 
A)  religion as the fundamental motive for living. 
B)  interaction with organized religion. 
C)  the psychological sense of purpose and well-being due to spiritual transcendence from self. 
D)  the use of religion for purposes such as socialization.

Question 5

Bonds between tend to be second only to mother-child ties in intensity and complexity.

Accepted Answer

A)  siblings 
B)  husband and wife 
C)  father and child 
D)  grandparents and grandchildren 
A)  siblings 
B)  husband and wife 
C)  father and child 
D)  grandparents and grandchildren

Question 6

Studies of convoys found

Accepted Answer

A)  those of the elderly average about five members. 
B)  men usually dominate. 
C)  some people drop out and others join the convoy after it has begun. 
D)  members of convoys stay virtually the same throughout life. 
A)  those of the elderly average about five members. 
B)  men usually dominate. 
C)  some people drop out and others join the convoy after it has begun. 
D)  members of convoys stay virtually the same throughout life.

Question 7

Describe the friendships, voluntary organizations, and other aspects of the social networks of the elderly and how they tend to change with age.

Accepted Answer

As people age, their social networks and

Question 8

The elderly are most likely to join a

Accepted Answer

A)  church. 
B)  lodge or fraternal organization. 
C)  senior center. 
D)  book or garden club. 
A)  church. 
B)  lodge or fraternal organization. 
C)  senior center. 
D)  book or garden club.

Question 9

Urban elders, in contrast to rural elders,

Accepted Answer

A)  interact more with their children. 
B)  have substantially smaller incomes. 
C)  are more restricted in terms of mobility. 
D)  experience poorer physical health. 
A)  interact more with their children. 
B)  have substantially smaller incomes. 
C)  are more restricted in terms of mobility. 
D)  experience poorer physical health.

Question 10

A companion is someone to confide in and share personal problems with.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Kin relationships in white-collar families differ from those of blue-collar families in which of the following ways?

Accepted Answer

A)  White-collar families tend to have closer family ties. 
B)  Family members maintain ties by living near each other. 
C)  Visits from kin often constitute the major, if not the only, form of social activity for blue-collar families. 
D)  White-collar families are more likely to geographically scattered. 
A)  White-collar families tend to have closer family ties. 
B)  Family members maintain ties by living near each other. 
C)  Visits from kin often constitute the major, if not the only, form of social activity for blue-collar families. 
D)  White-collar families are more likely to geographically scattered.

Question 12

Women are more likely than men to look forward to the role of grandparent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Why are women the keepers of elders' social networks?

Accepted Answer

The notion that women are the keepers of

Question 14

A person's confidant in life is typically a close friend, not a family member.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

According to your text, a companion is defined as

Accepted Answer

A)  a lover. 
B)  a best friend. 
C)  someone who regularly shares in activities with you. 
D)  a close family member. 
A)  a lover. 
B)  a best friend. 
C)  someone who regularly shares in activities with you. 
D)  a close family member.

Question 16

Which ethnic group was found to traditionally use the church as a powerful source of social support?

Accepted Answer

A)  Asian Americans 
B)  African Americans 
C)  Hispanics 
D)  Anglo-Saxon 
A)  Asian Americans 
B)  African Americans 
C)  Hispanics 
D)  Anglo-Saxon

Question 17

A "convoy" is

Accepted Answer

A)  a social-work and health-care support system offered by a community. 
B)  a network of supportive family and friends. c one's set of neighborhood acquaintances. 
C)  the total sum of intimate friends over the life span. 
A)  a social-work and health-care support system offered by a community. 
B)  a network of supportive family and friends. c one's set of neighborhood acquaintances. 
C)  the total sum of intimate friends over the life span.

Question 18

Which statement is correct about senior centers?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are rare. 
B)  There will soon be one in every community. 
C)  They are used by people of every age. 
D)  The existing number will decline. 
A)  They are rare. 
B)  There will soon be one in every community. 
C)  They are used by people of every age. 
D)  The existing number will decline.

Question 19

People age 65 or older are

Accepted Answer

A)  most likely of any age group to belong to church-affiliated organizations. 
B)  less likely than middle-age people to attend churches or synagogues. 
C)  more extrinsically than intrinsically religious. 
D)  less concerned with spirituality than middle-age people. 
A)  most likely of any age group to belong to church-affiliated organizations. 
B)  less likely than middle-age people to attend churches or synagogues. 
C)  more extrinsically than intrinsically religious. 
D)  less concerned with spirituality than middle-age people.

Question 20

For some grandparents, stepgrandchildren are treated as biological grandchildren.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

How do siblings relationships of today's elderly differ from those of the past? Why are sibling relationships often important to the elderly?

Religion is the fundamental motive for living of the intrinsically religious.

Older Americans are still likely to live in the communities in which they raised their children.

Religiosity refers to

Bonds between tend to be second only to mother-child ties in intensity and complexity.

Studies of convoys found

Describe the friendships, voluntary organizations, and other aspects of the social networks of the elderly and how they tend to change with age.

The elderly are most likely to join a

Urban elders, in contrast to rural elders,

A companion is someone to confide in and share personal problems with.

Kin relationships in white-collar families differ from those of blue-collar families in which of the following ways?

Women are more likely than men to look forward to the role of grandparent.

Why are women the keepers of elders' social networks?

A person's confidant in life is typically a close friend, not a family member.

According to your text, a companion is defined as

Which ethnic group was found to traditionally use the church as a powerful source of social support?

A "convoy" is

Which statement is correct about senior centers?

People age 65 or older are

For some grandparents, stepgrandchildren are treated as biological grandchildren.

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How do siblings relationships of today's elderly differ from those of the past? Why are sibling relationships often important to the elderly?

Religion is the fundamental motive for living of the intrinsically religious.

Older Americans are still likely to live in the communities in which they raised their children.

Religiosity refers to

Bonds between tend to be second only to mother-child ties in intensity and complexity.

Studies of convoys found

Describe the friendships, voluntary organizations, and other aspects of the social networks of the elderly and how they tend to change with age.

The elderly are most likely to join a

Urban elders, in contrast to rural elders,

A companion is someone to confide in and share personal problems with.

Kin relationships in white-collar families differ from those of blue-collar families in which of the following ways?

Women are more likely than men to look forward to the role of grandparent.

Why are women the keepers of elders' social networks?

A person's confidant in life is typically a close friend, not a family member.

According to your text, a companion is defined as

Which ethnic group was found to traditionally use the church as a powerful source of social support?

A "convoy" is

Which statement is correct about senior centers?

People age 65 or older are

For some grandparents, stepgrandchildren are treated as biological grandchildren.

Aging in America

Stereotypes and Images

Social and Psychological Theories in Later Life Development

Physical Health and Well Being

Mental Health

Intimacy and Sexuality

Work and Leisure

Finances and Lifestyles

Living Environments

The Oldest Old and Caregiving

Special Problems

Women and Ethnic Groups

Death and Dying

Politics, Policies, and Programs

Filters