Question 1

O'Leary (1993) presents a continuum of aggressive behavior in abusive relationships anchored by ____ on one end and ____ on the other end.

Accepted Answer

A)  verbal aggression; murder 
B)  severe aggression; murder 
C)  physical aggression; verbal aggression 
D)  physical aggression; murder

Question 2

Nearly twice as many ________ as European American remain single during young adulthood, and more are choosing to remain so.

Accepted Answer

A)  Asian Americans 
B)  African Americans 
C)  Native Americans 
D)  Latin Americans

Question 3

Most marriage education programs focus on ________ skills as a way of helping enhance marital success.

Accepted Answer

A)  communication 
B)  parenting 
C)  lovemaking 
D)  financial

Question 4

Larry and Isabelle have been married for just a couple of months, and have not yet had their first major argument. If their marriage is like most, the first major marital stress will center around

Accepted Answer

A)  the decision to or not to have children. 
B)  financial issues. 
C)  who is responsible for chores like dishes, gardening, and taking out the garbage. 
D)  infidelity.

Question 5

For middle-aged women, divorce represents an especially difficult financial hardship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which statement BEST reflects the principle of assortative mating?

Accepted Answer

A)  Opposites attract 
B)  Love the one you're with 
C)  Birds of a feather flock together 
D)  You can't teach an old dog new tricks

Question 7

From a developmental perspective, friendships have several stages. Which of the following most accurately summarizes those five stages?

Accepted Answer

A)  BUDDY 
B)  ABCDE 
C)  NEATO 
D)  BLUES

Question 8

Marcus and Michelle have been married for 12 years, and as they both approach their fortieth birthdays they agree that they are going to remain childless. This decision, while frowned upon by some, brings with it several advantages. Which of the following is NOT one of the advantages of being childless that is noted in your textbook?

Accepted Answer

A)  higher marital satisfaction 
B)  less concern about safety in the home 
C)  more freedom 
D)  higher standards of living

Question 9

Lola is thinking about having a child and asks you for advice. Use research presented in your text to describe positive and negative aspects of having children and positive and negative aspects of being childless.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Lola is thinking about having a child...

Question 10

The concept of familism is uniquely valued by Latino families.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The theory that the selection of one's partner is based on similarity is referred to as _____ mating.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The theory that the selection of one's...

Question 12

Barry is talking with his wife Cheryl about his parents. "You know, I think it is great that Mom and Dad are getting more familiar with the internet, but it is strange that they are both spending time on Facebook every day. I'm worried that their real friendships are going to suffer as they spend more time on a social networking website." Cheryl, having read your textbook, would probably respond by saying

Accepted Answer

A)  "That is a common concern, but don't worry. Research hasn't found support for this fear." 
B)  "The research has found that Facebook and other such sites are actually more damaging to friendships of those between 25 and 45 years of age than to older adults." 
C)  "This is a really good point, as the research has found that online friendships are really damaging to real-life friendships." 
D)  "I really think you should talk to your parents about this, because research has found that while younger people don't have any problems, older folks who use social networking sites tend to become isolated and separated from their real friends."

Question 13

The inability to let go of one's spouse following a divorce is called "divorce _____." This can also lead to difficulties making new friends and starting to date again.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The inability to let go of one's...

Question 14

Couple violence is a complex issue. Provide some insight into this topic by discussing some causes of aggressive behaviors and by the role that culture plays in violence in relationships.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Couple violence is a complex issue. Provide...

Question 15

Stephanie and Marlon got married yesterday, and their wedding was a festive party. A good time was had by all! If their marriage follows the typical path of most marriages, Stephanie and Marlon will experience the least marital satisfaction

Accepted Answer

A)  after they both retire from their careers. 
B)  when their children finally begin leaving home. 
C)  within the first three months after the wedding, when "the honeymoon" ends. 
D)  after they have children.

Question 16

Your textbook notes that the median age of marriage has increased by several years in the last four decades. Which of the following is a benefit of this delayed entry into marriage?

Accepted Answer

A)  Getting married later reduces the likelihood of marital infidelity occurring. 
B)  Getting married later reduces the chance of a couple losing their home to foreclosure. 
C)  Getting married later seems to reduce the likelihood of unwanted children. 
D)  Getting married later seems to decrease the likelihood of divorced for women.

Question 17

In the United States of America, about ____ percent of the adult population has been married more than one time.

Accepted Answer

A)  4 
B)  10 
C)  18 
D)  25

Question 18

A covenant marriage is one where there will be very few acceptable grounds for divorce.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Steve is a football coach who has taken a head coaching at a new university and has moved his entire family to that city. After only one year it is clear that his children are not adapting well to their new environment. Steve decides to give up his dream job and move his family back to their former town. This value of placing the well-being of the family ahead of that of the individual is called ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Steve is a football coach who has...

Question 20

Shayla has been divorced for just six months, but she is certain that she has found the new love of her life. She is already talking to her friends about getting remarried. Her friends want to be supportive and share in her happiness, but they also warn her to avoid the rebound effect. What should Shayla say to them?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is no evidence that people who remarry sooner have less successful marriages than those who wait longer. 
B)  There is actually quite a bit of evidence that getting remarried as quickly as possible will be better for my kids. 
C)  Research has shown that the longer you wait to get married the less likely it is that your marriage will be successful. 
D)  I didn't think about that. You're probably right, because I know that people who get married sooner after a divorce have a three to four times higher chance of getting divorced within the first year.

Exam 11: Being With Others: Forming Relationships in Young and Middle Adulthood

O'Leary (1993) presents a continuum of aggressive behavior in abusive relationships anchored by on one end and on the other end.

Nearly twice as many ________ as European American remain single during young adulthood, and more are choosing to remain so.

Most marriage education programs focus on ________ skills as a way of helping enhance marital success.

Larry and Isabelle have been married for just a couple of months, and have not yet had their first major argument. If their marriage is like most, the first major marital stress will center around

For middle-aged women, divorce represents an especially difficult financial hardship.

Which statement BEST reflects the principle of assortative mating?

From a developmental perspective, friendships have several stages. Which of the following most accurately summarizes those five stages?

Lola is thinking about having a child and asks you for advice. Use research presented in your text to describe positive and negative aspects of having children and positive and negative aspects of being childless.

The concept of familism is uniquely valued by Latino families.

The theory that the selection of one's partner is based on similarity is referred to as _____ mating.

The inability to let go of one's spouse following a divorce is called "divorce _____." This can also lead to difficulties making new friends and starting to date again.

Couple violence is a complex issue. Provide some insight into this topic by discussing some causes of aggressive behaviors and by the role that culture plays in violence in relationships.

Stephanie and Marlon got married yesterday, and their wedding was a festive party. A good time was had by all! If their marriage follows the typical path of most marriages, Stephanie and Marlon will experience the least marital satisfaction

Your textbook notes that the median age of marriage has increased by several years in the last four decades. Which of the following is a benefit of this delayed entry into marriage?

In the United States of America, about ____ percent of the adult population has been married more than one time.

A covenant marriage is one where there will be very few acceptable grounds for divorce.