Question 1

Which of the following would most likely not be a core idea in a collectivistic culture?

Accepted Answer

Collectivistic cultures emphasize the needs and goals of the group as a whole over the needs and desires of each individual. Independence, which focuses on self-reliance and personal autonomy, is less likely to be a core idea in such cultures compared to cooperation, obedience, and honor, which promote group cohesion and social harmony.

Question 2

Five-year-old René is easily frustrated and loses control of her emotions. She often comes to school hungry or inappropriately dressed for the weather. You might reasonably suspect that René's parents exhibit a(n) _______ parenting style.

Accepted Answer

René's experiences suggest neglect, which is characteristic of an uninvolved parenting style. This style is marked by a lack of responsiveness to a child's needs, including basic ones like proper nutrition and appropriate clothing.

Question 3

Three of the following are recommended strategies for getting students' parents involved in school activities. Which one is not recommended?

Accepted Answer

Communicating primarily with the parent who seems most involved in the student's day-to-day activities when parents are divorced and share custody is not recommended because it can alienate the other parent and is not inclusive of both parents' roles in the student's life. Effective communication and involvement should aim to include both parents, respecting their shared custody and rights to be involved in their child's education.

Question 4

As a teacher, you are apt to find that the parents of some of your students will have little involvement in their children's education. Three of the following statements are accurate with regard to such parents. Which statement is not accurate?

Accepted Answer

The statement that their lack of involvement usually reflects a lack of interest in their child's academic performance is not accurate. Parents may face various barriers to involvement, such as work schedules, lack of childcare, feeling unwelcome or intimidated by the school environment, or not knowing how to get involved, rather than a lack of interest in their child's education.

Question 5

When Ruth and Michael have their first child, Jacob, they vow to be "good" parents who will always treat their son gently. Yet Jacob is a temperamentally hyperactive child who is difficult to control. In their efforts to discipline him, Ruth and Michael scream at him and spank him far more frequently than they ever thought they might. This situation reflects the fact that:

Accepted Answer

The socialization of children involves reciprocal influences.Ruth and Michael's parenting style is influenced by Jacob's temperament, and Jacob's behavior is influenced by Ruth and Michael's parenting style.

Question 6

Three of the following statements are true about diversity in parenting styles. Which one is not necessarily true?

Accepted Answer

Teenage single mothers do not necessarily tend to be more authoritarian than married couples. Parenting styles can vary widely among individuals regardless of their marital status or age. The other statements accurately reflect considerations and trends observed in parenting styles across different cultures and situations.

Question 7

Guided participation refers to the idea that:

Accepted Answer

Guided participation is a concept where parents or caregivers provide direction and supervision to children as they participate in everyday adult tasks and routines, helping them to learn and acquire skills through active engagement and observation.

Question 8

Ella's mother makes sure that Ella gets three good meals a day, but she constantly ridicules Ella for being too slow or too clumsy during typical day-to-day activities. You worry that Ella's mom is subjecting Ella to:

Accepted Answer

Ella's mother is ridiculing her, which is a form of emotional abuse, as it can harm Ella's self-esteem and emotional well-being.

Question 9

Other things being equal, which child is most likely to have come from a home in which parents use an authoritative parenting style?

Accepted Answer

Children from homes with authoritative parenting styles tend to be well-behaved and self-confident because this style is characterized by high responsiveness and high demands, leading to more balanced and positive child outcomes.

Question 10

The Adams family has two children, Rita (age 12) and Abby (age 8). Without knowing anything else about these children, we might predict three of the following. Which one are we least likely to predict?

Accepted Answer

Abby surpassing Rita academically is the least predictable without additional information, as academic performance can be influenced by many factors beyond age and sibling dynamics.

Question 11

If we extend research findings regarding effective parenting styles to the classroom, teachers in mainstream Western culture would be well advised to:

Accepted Answer

Research on effective parenting styles, particularly the authoritative style, suggests that establishing fair rules and high expectations while providing affectionate support leads to the best outcomes in children. This approach can be beneficial in educational settings as well, promoting a supportive and structured environment conducive to learning.

Question 12

Parenting styles are different with respect to the degree of control that parents exert over their children. Which parenting style reflects the most control?

Accepted Answer

Authoritarian parenting style is characterized by high demands and low responsiveness. Parents who adopt this style exert a high level of control over their children with little to no negotiation possible.

Question 13

Ten-year-old Vivian's mother is raising her daughter to be self-assertive and to express her needs. In which of the following places is Vivian likely to live?

Accepted Answer

The emphasis on self-assertiveness and expressing individual needs is more characteristic of Western cultural values, particularly those found in Western Europe, where individualism and personal expression are highly valued.

Question 14

Imagine that you are a third-grade teacher. Eight-year-old Amanda arrives at school one day with a black eye, several large bruises, and a noticeable limp she didn't have yesterday. When you ask her what happened, she refuses to discuss the situation. You recall that a few months ago she had a broken arm that she attributed only to "being stupid." You suspect child abuse. The most important thing to do is:

Accepted Answer

Reporting suspicions to appropriate authorities is crucial when there is a suspicion of child abuse, as they have the expertise and authority to investigate and ensure the child's safety.

Question 15

Five-year-old Stephanie lives with her mother and her mother's boyfriend Frank. Several times a week, Frank fondles Stephanie in his lap while he smokes marijuana and watches pornographic movies. This situation is an example of:

Accepted Answer

This situation is an example of both emotional and sexual abuse. The sexual abuse is evident through the fondling, and the emotional abuse stems from exposing Stephanie to inappropriate activities such as watching pornographic movies and drug use, which can have long-lasting psychological effects.

Question 16

A permissive parenting style is best illustrated by which one of these examples involving high school students?

Accepted Answer

Permissive parenting is characterized by low demands with high responsiveness. Parents are lenient, do not require mature behavior, and often allow children to make their own decisions. Bill's parents in option C exemplify this by letting him decide on important matters like school attendance and curfew.

Question 17

Earlier in the evening 8-year-old James refused to eat his dinner. Now it's almost midnight on a school night. James is eating a third bowl of ice cream and tells his mother, "I'm not ready to go to bed yet. I want to watch more TV." James's mother says, "OK, honey, I'll watch with you for a while." Which one of the following parenting styles is James's mom displaying?

Accepted Answer

James's mother is displaying a permissive parenting style, characterized by a high level of responsiveness but low demands. She is indulgent and does not enforce rules, allowing James to eat ice cream late at night and watch more TV instead of going to bed.

Question 18

Three of the following are signs that a child is possibly the victim of abuse or neglect at home. Which one is least likely to be a sign of child abuse or neglect?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Three of the following are signs that...

Question 19

Carrie and Cassie are identical twins who are in the first grade. Ms. Lennox has not been successful in meeting with their parents. Which of the following is likely not the reason for their parents not meeting with their teacher? In the past six years they have virtually never been apart. You've been asked to recommend class placement for Carrie and Cassie. If you want what's best for the girls' personal development, which of the following recommendations will you make?

Accepted Answer

Parents are usually interested in their children's progress in school, so lack of interest is unlikely the reason for not meeting the teacher.

Question 20

Fourteen-year-old Liam has grown up as the only child in his family. Which one of the following characteristics is most likely to be true of Liam?

Accepted Answer

Only children often receive more attention and resources from their parents, which can lead to higher academic achievement and good grades.

Quiz 3: Family, Culture, and Community