Question 1

Policies can be found at the __________ level of government.

Accepted Answer

A)  federal 
B)  state 
C)  local 
D)  all of these

Question 2

Why are theories important?

Accepted Answer

A)  They represent "best guesses" and so they are the first place to start an investigation. 
B)  Anyone can generate a theory, so they are not restricted to scientific inquiry. 
C)  They are essential for constructing meaning out of facts. 
D)  Even though they are limited to social phenomena, they are useful.

Question 3

__________ receive the third largest amount of federal grant support in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A)  Health issues 
B)  Education, training, employment and social services 
C)  Income security 
D)  Police, fire and emergency services

Question 4

Which of the following is a benefit of online social networks like Facebook?

Accepted Answer

A)  increased access to information for special interest groups like parents 
B)  opportunities to work together to alleviate human suffering 
C)  bring together individuals who otherwise would be isolated 
D)  all of these

Question 5

Which of the jobs listed in the "top ten best jobs in America" would be considered related to behavioral elements addressed by lifespan development?

Accepted Answer

A)  certified public accountant 
B)  information technology project manager 
C)  computer/network security consultant 
D)  all of these

Question 6

By the end of 2010, it is estimated that approximately __________ pairs of shoes will have been delivered to children in developing countries because of efforts of TOMS shoes and others who have been inspired by the movement.

Accepted Answer

A)  10,000 
B)  15,000 
C)  20,000 
D)  30,000

Question 7

Special educational services for students in the United States are protected by the:

Accepted Answer

A)  The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 
B)  The American Disabilities Act 
C)  Title IX 
D)  The American Civil Liberties Act

Question 8

The first law to protect against sex discrimination in academic settings to receive financial reimbursement from the federal government was:

Accepted Answer

A)  Title IX. 
B)  IDEA. 
C)  the American Civil Liberties Act. 
D)  ADA.

Question 9

Lauren has muscular dystrophy and is wheel chair bound. She has difficulty speaking and must have assistance with communication. Her parents are considering her education now that Lauren is entering kindergarten. They are concerned that Lauren will be isolated in a special education classroom and will not be able to be the social butterfly that she so loves to be. What should Lauren's parents be told?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Lauren will likely be in a separate classroom so she will not be a distraction to the other students, but she will have lunch and recess with them." 
B)  "IDEA guarantees that Lauren will be in the same classroom with the same access as all other students regardless of disability." 
C)  "Lauren will be educated in the least restrictive environment possible." 
D)  "ADA requires that Lauren be given her own space to optimize her learning opportunities without the trauma of intergroup comparisons."

Question 10

Kevin is curious about people's behavior on the subway. Who gets to leave first when the doors open? Who gets to enter first? So Kevin bought a day pass and settled in for eight hours of observation. Kevin is engaged in:

Accepted Answer

A)  theorizing. 
B)  inquiry. 
C)  hypothesizing. 
D)  action research.

Question 11

A consequence for schools whose children do not perform adequately on standardized test of basic skills is:

Accepted Answer

A)  reduction of federal financial support. 
B)  increased hiring of teachers to provide additional instruction. 
C)  more paid in-service days to train teachers on curriculum addressing the exams. 
D)  greater attention to local curricula to capitalize on individual student needs.

Question 12

Individuals who work in ___________ often have the most accountability to the public.

Accepted Answer

A)  lifespan development or the helping professions 
B)  technology and entertainment 
C)  privately funded research and security 
D)  sales and management

Question 13

Of the following theorists, whose approach to development can provide guidelines for the application of principles but does not have specific benchmarks for testing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Piaget 
B)  Erikson 
C)  Gardner 
D)  Maslow

Question 14

Of the following theorists, whose approach to development can most readily generate questions for direct testing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gardner 
B)  Piaget 
C)  Baltes and Staudinger 
D)  Frankl

Question 15

Of the following individuals, who is protected by the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act?

Accepted Answer

A)  Joseph, who knows he is male but prefers to dress like a female and wishes he were a girl 
B)  Riley, who is male but prefers to be sexually with men 
C)  Megan, who self identifies as female but would be with either men or women sexually 
D)  all of these

Question 16

Of the following individuals, who is engaged in an humanitarian effort?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rebecca, a politician who is promoting lower tax rates for corporations 
B)  Jonathan, a military advisor who is striving to reduce nuclear armament 
C)  Nestore, a commuter who is considering buying a hybrid car to reduce fuel costs 
D)  Hannah, a kindergarten teacher who is considering a career change to stockbroker

Question 17

As evidenced by her efforts to bring relief to children across the globe, Malerie's construction of an orphanage in Zambia recognizes she is a __________ in the world's condition.

Accepted Answer

A)  stakeholder 
B)  bystander 
C)  recipient 
D)  witness

Question 18

Which of the following is not accurate regarding policies?

Accepted Answer

A)  Policies provide frameworks for behavior. 
B)  Policies can be found in nearly every administrative setting including employment and schools. 
C)  Every age level in development is affected by some type of policy. 
D)  Policies are by definition enforced by laws.

Question 19

In order to effect long-term changes in society, it is critical to incorporate:

Accepted Answer

A)  support from government funds. 
B)  global interests. 
C)  sufficient material and financial resources. 
D)  the sustained cooperation and effort of individuals.

Question 20

What percentage of federal grant monies is allocated to education along with social services, training. and employment programs?

Accepted Answer

A)  49.5 percent 
B)  19.1 percent 
C)  12.2 percent 
D)  10 percent

Exam 13: Putting It All Together: Lifespan Development in Action