Question 1

Arcelia is living in Canada and working as a nanny. Every month she sends the majority of her wages back to her husband in Mexico in order that he can buy food for himself and their three children. What type of family form does Arcelia have?

Accepted Answer

Arcelia's family form is transnational because her family is geographically separated across two or more nations, and she is sending financial support to her husband and children in Mexico from her location in Canada.

Question 2

According to your text, which type of couples has greater equality in doing housework?

Accepted Answer

According to the text, same-sex couples tend to have greater equality in doing housework compared to heterosexual couples.

Question 3

In her class presentation on "the family," Ansela spent the majority of her time outlining the personal biographies of women in her family, and their experiences of gender-based inequalities. What focus has Ansela adopted for her report?

Accepted Answer

Ansela has adopted a feminist focus for her report, as she is highlighting experiences of gender-based inequalities specifically affecting women in her family.

Question 4

Dario is the breadwinner in a working-class family, being responsible for the income necessary to look after his wife and three children. Which of the following would think that this was an ideal situation?

Accepted Answer

Susan, who holds a functionalist perspective, believes that the family should have a clear division of labour and that the breadwinner role should be fulfilled by the man, while the woman takes care of the household and children. This view believes that this traditional family structure is ideal for society's overall stability and well-being.

Question 5

According to your text, when did the divorce rate in Canada reach its highest level?

Accepted Answer

The article states that the divorce rate in Canada peaked in 1987, making choice D the correct answer.

Question 6

Which province in Canada has exceptionally high rates of cohabitation?

Accepted Answer

Quebec has exceptionally high rates of cohabitation compared to other provinces in Canada. This is due to the province's history and cultural influences, such as the Catholic Church's traditional view on marriage and the province's French-speaking population.

Question 7

For his term assignment, Gavin submitted a paper arguing that the traditional nuclear family is the ideal unit within which to raise children and the current societal problems are a result of women's involvement in the workforce. What theoretical perspective has Gavin adopted?

Accepted Answer

Gavin's argument of the traditional nuclear family being the ideal unit to raise children reflects the functionalist perspective as it emphasizes social stability, order, and harmony. Additionally, his suggestion that societal problems arise due to women's involvement in the workforce implies a belief that there should be a clear division of labor between men and women, which is a functionalist ideal.

Question 8

Miranda is recently divorced and trying to find a balance between her job and her work caring for two children. She has had to move into a smaller apartment and take a second job. According to your text, what is the one thing that Miranda will likely be unable to provide for her children, despite their need for it?

Accepted Answer

The text states that despite her best efforts, Miranda may struggle to provide routine for her children due to her busy schedule.

Question 9

Joanne accepted a three-year position working for the company's head office in Switzerland, so she and her husband have moved to Europe, and their three university enrolled sons have remained in Canada to finish their schooling. What type of family form does Joanne have?

Accepted Answer

Joanne's family is a transnational family since they are living apart as a result of employment opportunities in different countries.

Question 10

According to your text, what has been an outcome of the growing secularism in Canadian society?

Accepted Answer

The text states that as secularism has grown in Canada, "censure of divorce, cohabitation, and same-sex relationships is lessening." This suggests that attitudes towards non-traditional relationships are becoming more accepting.

Question 11

Nina had just moved into the area and was talking with her neighbour. When Nina asked her how long she had lived there, Estelle responded, "The minute they instituted the no-fault divorce." In what year had Estelle moved in?

Accepted Answer

The term "no-fault divorce" refers to a type of divorce where neither party has to prove fault or wrongdoing in order to be granted a divorce. This type of divorce became popular in the United States in the 1970s and 1980s. Based on Estelle's response, it can be inferred that she moved in during or after the year that no-fault divorce was instituted in their area. Option C) 1985 is the only year among the choices that falls within this time frame.

Question 12

A main feature of the modern family is a requirement for two incomes. What consequence has this produced for families?

Accepted Answer

With both parents needing to work to support the family, women are often left with the double shift of working outside of the home and still being the primary caregiver and housekeeper at home. This can lead to feelings of stress and burnout, and can also contribute to gender inequality in the workforce.

Question 13

What is one benefit of a child being raised by a gay or lesbian couple?

Accepted Answer

In a household with two same-sex parents, there are no traditional gender roles to follow, so both parents are more likely to share domestic and parental duties. This can help to break down barriers related to gender stereotypes and lead to more equal partnerships.

Question 14

Which of the following perspectives are the most diametrically opposed in their view of family?

Accepted Answer

Functionalists view family as a social institution that serves important functions for society as a whole, while feminists argue that traditional family structures perpetuate gender inequality and limit women's autonomy. These two perspectives can be seen as diametrically opposed in their views of family, as functionalists prioritize family's role in maintaining social order, while feminists prioritize the need for social change and greater gender equality. The other choices present opposing views, but they are not as diametrically opposed as the functionalist and feminist perspectives.

Question 15

Paula was helping her best friend Courtney cope with the divorce of her parents. Courtney was in tears, bemoaning the fact that the two people she loved most in the world would spend the rest of their lives alone. What would Paula say to Courtney?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Paula was helping her best friend Courtney...

Question 16

After immigrating to Canada from Brazil, Boris and Olga worked and saved for five years in order to sponsor Boris's sister and her family. When Tania, Manuel, and their son Joseph arrived, they moved in with Boris and Olga and their son Peter. Which of the following best describes this household arrangement?

Accepted Answer

This household arrangement is best described as multifamily because it involves more than one family unit living together, in this case, Boris and Olga's family and Tania and Manuel's family.

Question 17

Which of the following is an income support plan for families that is NOT found in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Advanced maintenance payment is not found in Canada. The other three choices (B, C, and D) are income support plans for families that are available in Canada.

Question 18

Which of the following countries lies closest to the ideal of families being an individual responsibility?

Accepted Answer

The United States has the weakest social safety net among the developed countries, and families are expected to be more self-reliant.

Question 19

Carter has always been interested in the social construction of families, and for his research project decides to investigate how family life is shaped by the larger economic structures within a society. What theoretical approach is Gavin utilizing for his research?

Accepted Answer

The focus on how economic structures shape family life suggests a conflict perspective, which views social organizations, including families, as shaped by power struggles and the pursuit of resources within society.

Question 20

After dating Ryan for two months, Amy was excited to finally meet his family. In addition to his parents, three sisters, and two brothers, she was also introduced to Nana and Poppa who had basically raised Ryan while his parents worked. Amy was amazed that 10 people could live in a house that was smaller than the house she shared with her mom and dad. Which of the following best describes Ryan's household?

Accepted Answer

Ryan's household is intergenerational as it includes multiple generations living together, with Nana and Poppa serving as surrogate grandparents for Ryan. The household is not multifamily as there is only one family unit represented, and it is not reconstituted or nontraditional as there is no indication that any members are stepfamily or that their family structure is unconventional.

Quiz 10: Families