Question 1

Which of the following is true of the differences between Latinos and their African American counterparts?

Accepted Answer

A)  Latinos are more likely to be never married than their African American counterparts. 
B)  Latinos have lower marriage rates than their African American counterparts. 
C)  Latino women are generally less likely than African American women to experience a shortage of marriageable partners. 
D)  The Latino population is on average a much older population compared to their African American counterparts. 
A)  Latinos are more likely to be never married than their African American counterparts. 
B)  Latinos have lower marriage rates than their African American counterparts. 
C)  Latino women are generally less likely than African American women to experience a shortage of marriageable partners. 
D)  The Latino population is on average a much older population compared to their African American counterparts. C

Question 2

Same-sex couples have gained greater acceptance in six states with marriage alternatives such as ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  voidable marriages 
B)  civil unions 
C)  unregistered unions 
D)  common-law marriages 
A)  voidable marriages 
B)  civil unions 
C)  unregistered unions 
D)  common-law marriages B

Question 3

Mike, a social scientist, is of the opinion that marriage rates are declining in the African American community as women are becoming increasingly picky about their prospective husbands.Provide an explanation which will strengthen Mike's argument.

Accepted Answer

A major reason for the high percentage of never-married black women is a shortage of marriageable African American men.Deteriorating employment conditions, especially in urban areas, often discourage young African American men from getting married.Occupational hazards in dangerous jobs have claimed the lives of many black men.African American women are more likely to attend and graduate from college than their male peers and hence are seeking better educated husbands.Many middle-class black men are already married, however, and most college-educated black women are reluctant to marry down.

Question 4

The ________ refers to a sex imbalance in the ratio of available unmarried women and men.

Accepted Answer

A)  marriage opportunity index 
B)  marriage squeeze 
C)  sex ratio 
D)  selection disposition 
A)  marriage opportunity index 
B)  marriage squeeze 
C)  sex ratio 
D)  selection disposition

Question 5

Which of the following is true of most cohabitation relationships?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are mostly seen among people with higher levels of education. 
B)  They are considered taboo in America. 
C)  They are usually short lived. 
D)  They are predominantly seen among white communities. 
A)  They are mostly seen among people with higher levels of education. 
B)  They are considered taboo in America. 
C)  They are usually short lived. 
D)  They are predominantly seen among white communities.

Question 6

________ generally limits the pool of eligible mates across social classes, regardless of race.

Accepted Answer

A)  Heterogamy 
B)  Exogamy 
C)  Homogamy 
D)  Polygamy 
A)  Heterogamy 
B)  Exogamy 
C)  Homogamy 
D)  Polygamy

Question 7

Amanda and Maria, a same-sex couple, obtained a legalized form of partnership that is similar to marriage.This partnership provides almost all or most of the legal rights enjoyed by married heterosexual couples, including tax breaks, health benefits, approval of organ donations, and inheritance without a will.Which of the following type of partnership has Amanda and Maria obtained?

Accepted Answer

A)  common-law marriage 
B)  prenuptial agreement 
C)  cohabitation 
D)  civil union 
A)  common-law marriage 
B)  prenuptial agreement 
C)  cohabitation 
D)  civil union

Question 8

In certain countries, several families below the poverty line kill female babies as soon as they are born.They fear that they will not be able to afford the "dowry" required to pay for their marriages and have an inherent preference for sons.This practice is referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  consensual homicide 
B)  matricide 
C)  the marriage squeeze 
D)  female infanticide 
A)  consensual homicide 
B)  matricide 
C)  the marriage squeeze 
D)  female infanticide

Question 9

During a debate about marriages, Jim is of the opinion that there is a direct correlation between a woman's salary and her willingness to get married.However, Carlos disagrees and states that there is no direct relationship between salary and marriage.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Jim's argument?

Accepted Answer

A)  Women with high salaries and education levels are often unwilling to settle down with men who earn less than they do. 
B)  Due to the rise of feminism, most women in America are opposed to marrying men who earn more money than them. 
C)  Employment decreases a woman's chances of meeting eligible men and may reduce her attractiveness to potential suitors. 
D)  Studies have shown that due to "glass ceiling" effect, many women are increasingly wary of marrying men in higher positions. 
A)  Women with high salaries and education levels are often unwilling to settle down with men who earn less than they do. 
B)  Due to the rise of feminism, most women in America are opposed to marrying men who earn more money than them. 
C)  Employment decreases a woman's chances of meeting eligible men and may reduce her attractiveness to potential suitors. 
D)  Studies have shown that due to "glass ceiling" effect, many women are increasingly wary of marrying men in higher positions.

Question 10

During a debate about divorce rates, Charlie states that divorce rates are extremely high among Latin Americans.However, Simone argues otherwise and states that divorce rates are lower among most Latin communities.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Simone's argument?

Accepted Answer

A)  The concept of "familism" ensures that most people do not consider divorce as an option even under extreme circumstances. 
B)  The assimilation of American behaviors has contributed to rising marriage rates and falling divorce rates. 
C)  The Latino population is on average a younger population compared to non-Latino populations. 
D)  Since most Hispanic workers are undocumented, most people cannot apply for legal divorces, and hence "breakups" remain under the radar. 
A)  The concept of "familism" ensures that most people do not consider divorce as an option even under extreme circumstances. 
B)  The assimilation of American behaviors has contributed to rising marriage rates and falling divorce rates. 
C)  The Latino population is on average a younger population compared to non-Latino populations. 
D)  Since most Hispanic workers are undocumented, most people cannot apply for legal divorces, and hence "breakups" remain under the radar.

Question 11

________ refer to singles that would like to marry and are actively seeking a mate.This group includes people who are widowed or divorced and single parents who would like to get married.

Accepted Answer

A)  Involuntary established singles 
B)  Voluntary stable singles 
C)  Involuntary temporary singles 
D)  Voluntary temporary singles 
A)  Involuntary established singles 
B)  Voluntary stable singles 
C)  Involuntary temporary singles 
D)  Voluntary temporary singles

Question 12

Steve has lived with four different women over a period of two years.However, while he was dating these women, he was unable to make a commitment to any of them, and all of them moved out of his house.This situation is an example of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  accommodation 
B)  serial cohabitation 
C)  dating cohabitation 
D)  trial marriage cohabitation 
A)  accommodation 
B)  serial cohabitation 
C)  dating cohabitation 
D)  trial marriage cohabitation

Question 13

Fathers-to-be who provide the mothers with emotional support and participate in doctors' visits are said to have greater ________ capital.

Accepted Answer

A)  moral 
B)  pecuniary 
C)  financial 
D)  social 
A)  moral 
B)  pecuniary 
C)  financial 
D)  social

Question 14

Which of the following is the reason why never-married single mothers are likely to remain single?

Accepted Answer

A)  the prospect of losing their independence 
B)  inability to find a suitable husband 
C)  financial insecurity 
D)  inability to commit to the future 
A)  the prospect of losing their independence 
B)  inability to find a suitable husband 
C)  financial insecurity 
D)  inability to commit to the future

Question 15

Which of the following is typically a reason why many women in their middle and later years experience a marriage squeeze?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are only interested in men who already married. 
B)  They are looking for much younger men to marry. 
C)  Men their age are looking for much younger women. 
D)  Men in their middle years typically prefer to remain single. 
A)  They are only interested in men who already married. 
B)  They are looking for much younger men to marry. 
C)  Men their age are looking for much younger women. 
D)  Men in their middle years typically prefer to remain single.

Question 16

Which of the following is a benefit of remaining single in later life?

Accepted Answer

A)  People do not have to save extra money for retirement. 
B)  Older singles do not have to worry about sex. 
C)  People do not have to worry about widowhood or divorce. 
D)  Older singles are not expected to socialize. 
A)  People do not have to save extra money for retirement. 
B)  Older singles do not have to worry about sex. 
C)  People do not have to worry about widowhood or divorce. 
D)  Older singles are not expected to socialize.

Question 17

Which of the following is true of "singleton" households?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are clustered around urban areas. 
B)  They receive extensive financial assistance from their families. 
C)  They refer to the clustering of single moms in rural western states. 
D)  They contain at least three single roommates. 
A)  They are clustered around urban areas. 
B)  They receive extensive financial assistance from their families. 
C)  They refer to the clustering of single moms in rural western states. 
D)  They contain at least three single roommates.

Question 18

Timothy, a social researcher, is of the opinion that cultural values tend to reduce the number of singles living in a society.Provide an explanation which supports Timothy's view.

Accepted Answer

Cultural values can decrease the number

Question 19

Ronald and William wish to get married; however, they are unsure about what exactly married life entails.In order to obtain from first-hand experience, they decide to move in and live together for a period of six months.This scenario illustrates a ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  substitute marriage 
B)  trail marriage 
C)  common-law marriage 
D)  dating cohabitation 
A)  substitute marriage 
B)  trail marriage 
C)  common-law marriage 
D)  dating cohabitation

Question 20

Marie, a 30-year-old widow, decided that she would remarry if she found her "soul mate." Despite dating several men, she was unable to find a suitable mate.In this scenario, Marie is considered to be a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

A)  involuntary stable single 
B)  involuntary temporary single 
C)  voluntary temporary single 
D)  voluntary stable single 
A)  involuntary stable single 
B)  involuntary temporary single 
C)  voluntary temporary single 
D)  voluntary stable single

Which of the following is true of the differences between Latinos and their African American counterparts?

Same-sex couples have gained greater acceptance in six states with marriage alternatives such as ________.

Mike, a social scientist, is of the opinion that marriage rates are declining in the African American community as women are becoming increasingly picky about their prospective husbands.Provide an explanation which will strengthen Mike's argument.

The ________ refers to a sex imbalance in the ratio of available unmarried women and men.

Which of the following is true of most cohabitation relationships?

________ generally limits the pool of eligible mates across social classes, regardless of race.

In certain countries, several families below the poverty line kill female babies as soon as they are born.They fear that they will not be able to afford the "dowry" required to pay for their marriages and have an inherent preference for sons.This practice is referred to as ________.

During a debate about divorce rates, Charlie states that divorce rates are extremely high among Latin Americans.However, Simone argues otherwise and states that divorce rates are lower among most Latin communities.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Simone's argument?

________ refer to singles that would like to marry and are actively seeking a mate.This group includes people who are widowed or divorced and single parents who would like to get married.

Steve has lived with four different women over a period of two years.However, while he was dating these women, he was unable to make a commitment to any of them, and all of them moved out of his house.This situation is an example of ________.

Fathers-to-be who provide the mothers with emotional support and participate in doctors' visits are said to have greater ________ capital.

Which of the following is the reason why never-married single mothers are likely to remain single?

Which of the following is typically a reason why many women in their middle and later years experience a marriage squeeze?

Which of the following is a benefit of remaining single in later life?

Which of the following is true of "singleton" households?

Timothy, a social researcher, is of the opinion that cultural values tend to reduce the number of singles living in a society.Provide an explanation which supports Timothy's view.

Ronald and William wish to get married; however, they are unsure about what exactly married life entails.In order to obtain from first-hand experience, they decide to move in and live together for a period of six months.This scenario illustrates a ________.

Marie, a 30-year-old widow, decided that she would remarry if she found her "soul mate." Despite dating several men, she was unable to find a suitable mate.In this scenario, Marie is considered to be a(n)________.

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The Family in Historical Perspective

Racial and Ethnic Families: Strengths and Stresses

Socialization and Gender Roles

Love and Loving Relationships

Sexuality and Sexual Expression throughout Life

Choosing Others: Dating and Mate Selection

Marriage and Communication in Intimate Relationships

To Be or Not to Be a Parent: More Choices, More Constraints

Raising Children: Promises and Pitfalls

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Domestic Violence and Other Family Health Issues

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

Which of the following is true of the differences between Latinos and their African American counterparts?

Same-sex couples have gained greater acceptance in six states with marriage alternatives such as ________.

Mike, a social scientist, is of the opinion that marriage rates are declining in the African American community as women are becoming increasingly picky about their prospective husbands.Provide an explanation which will strengthen Mike's argument.

The ________ refers to a sex imbalance in the ratio of available unmarried women and men.

Which of the following is true of most cohabitation relationships?

________ generally limits the pool of eligible mates across social classes, regardless of race.

In certain countries, several families below the poverty line kill female babies as soon as they are born.They fear that they will not be able to afford the "dowry" required to pay for their marriages and have an inherent preference for sons.This practice is referred to as ________.

During a debate about divorce rates, Charlie states that divorce rates are extremely high among Latin Americans.However, Simone argues otherwise and states that divorce rates are lower among most Latin communities.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Simone's argument?

________ refer to singles that would like to marry and are actively seeking a mate.This group includes people who are widowed or divorced and single parents who would like to get married.

Steve has lived with four different women over a period of two years.However, while he was dating these women, he was unable to make a commitment to any of them, and all of them moved out of his house.This situation is an example of ________.

Fathers-to-be who provide the mothers with emotional support and participate in doctors' visits are said to have greater ________ capital.

Which of the following is the reason why never-married single mothers are likely to remain single?

Which of the following is typically a reason why many women in their middle and later years experience a marriage squeeze?

Which of the following is a benefit of remaining single in later life?

Which of the following is true of "singleton" households?

Timothy, a social researcher, is of the opinion that cultural values tend to reduce the number of singles living in a society.Provide an explanation which supports Timothy's view.

Ronald and William wish to get married; however, they are unsure about what exactly married life entails.In order to obtain from first-hand experience, they decide to move in and live together for a period of six months.This scenario illustrates a ________.

Marie, a 30-year-old widow, decided that she would remarry if she found her "soul mate." Despite dating several men, she was unable to find a suitable mate.In this scenario, Marie is considered to be a(n)________.

he Changing Family

Studying the Family

The Family in Historical Perspective

Racial and Ethnic Families: Strengths and Stresses

Socialization and Gender Roles

Love and Loving Relationships

Sexuality and Sexual Expression throughout Life

Choosing Others: Dating and Mate Selection

Marriage and Communication in Intimate Relationships

To Be or Not to Be a Parent: More Choices, More Constraints

Raising Children: Promises and Pitfalls

The Economy and Family Life

Domestic Violence and Other Family Health Issues

Separation, Divorce, Remarriage, and Stepfamilies

Families in Later Life

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