Question 1

Much of the research on toddlers' relations with siblings has focused on how they respond ____.

Accepted Answer

The research on toddlers' relations with siblings has primarily focused on their response to the birth of a younger sibling, as this is a significant life event for them that can impact their behavior and emotions. Studies have examined how toddlers adjust to the arrival of a new baby, their reactions to changes in family dynamics, and how they interact with their new sibling.

Question 2

Which of the following are two reasons why mothers have historically been the primary caretakers of infants and toddlers?

Accepted Answer

Biologically, women have been the ones to carry and give birth to infants, making them the primary source of nourishment and care for the child. Culturally, there has been a bias towards women taking on the role of primary caretaker due to gender roles and societal expectations.

Question 3

Toddlers' attachments to older siblings who care for them appear to be ____.

Accepted Answer

Toddlers' attachments to older siblings who care for them are considered secondary attachments. Primary attachments are typically formed with parents or primary caregivers, while secondary attachments can form with other family members, including siblings, who also provide care and support.

Question 4

When fathers in industrialized societies interact with their infants and toddlers,it tends to be ____.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that fathers in industrialized societies tend to engage in highly stimulating and physical play, such as rough-and-tumble play, with their infants and toddlers. This type of play can help promote physical development and enhance the father-child bond.

Question 5

When a younger sibling is born,what happens to the attachment between the toddler and his or her mother?

Accepted Answer

The introduction of a younger sibling can lead to feelings of jealousy or competition in the older child, potentially impacting the attachment security they feel with their mother as they may receive less attention.

Question 6

In traditional cultures,a(n)____ sibling,usually a ____,often takes over the main responsibility for child care from the mother.

Accepted Answer

In traditional cultures, it is often the older sister who takes on the responsibility of caring for younger siblings, as opposed to younger siblings or brothers taking on this role.

Question 7

How do fathers in China play a role in raising their children?

Accepted Answer

Fathers in China typically play the role of provider and disciplinarian, with the mother being the primary attachment figure and main teacher and educator. It is not common for fathers to interfere with the mother's authority in terms of raising the children.

Question 8

Gino is 3 years old and his mother just gave birth to another child.Just recently Gino has become increasingly aggressive toward the baby,and increasingly whiny,demanding,and disobedient.To help the situation,Gino's mother should ____.

Accepted Answer

Gino is exhibiting a common reaction among young children to new siblings, known as sibling rivalry. It is important for the mother to explain to Gino the feelings and needs of the baby, and to help him understand how he can interact with the baby in a positive way. Punishment is not recommended as it may lead to further aggression and anxiety. Separation from the baby is also not recommended as it may increase Gino's feelings of resentment towards the baby. Only in extreme cases should a child psychologist be consulted.

Question 9

What is the name of the Japanese concept that describes the very close,physical,indulgent relationship between the mother and her young child?

Accepted Answer

The Japanese concept describing the very close, physical, indulgent relationship between the mother and her young child is called "amae".

Question 10

When the infant becomes a toddler,the relationship between the younger and older sibling changes.On the positive side,the relationship improves because ____.

Accepted Answer

As the toddler becomes more independent and able to communicate, the older sibling may become interested in playing with them and may become more of a playmate rather than just a caregiver. This can improve the relationship between the siblings.

Question 11

The Strange Situation may not be a valid measure of attachment across cultures because ____.

Accepted Answer

The stress induced during the Strange Situation task may vary across cultures, making it a less valid measure of attachment in some cultures. For example, in cultures where it is not common to leave children alone or with strangers, the stress induced by this task may be greater than in cultures where this is a more common practice.

Question 12

Many cultures in Africa have a tradition of polygyny.What is polygyny?

Accepted Answer

Polygyny is a marital practice in which a man has more than one wife at the same time. It is a common tradition in many African cultures.

Question 13

The Attachment Q-Set (AQS)allows for attachment to be measured without directly involving ____at all.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Attachment Q-Set (AQS)allows for attachment to...

Question 14

Posada et al.(1995)examined mothers and toddlers from China,Columbia,Germany,Israel,Japan,and the United States on what constitutes a securely attached child.How did these mothers describe an "ideally secure" child?

Accepted Answer

The passage states that the mothers from different countries described an "ideally secure" child in similar ways, particularly in how they viewed themselves as a secure base. This indicates that choice A is the correct answer. The passage does not provide information to support choices B, C, or D.

Question 15

____ is when men have more than one wife.

Accepted Answer

Polygyny is the practice of having multiple wives, which is more common in certain cultures and societies. Polyandry, on the other hand, is when women have multiple husbands, which is much rarer. Monogamy refers to the practice of being married to only one person, while polyamory involves multiple romantic and/or sexual relationships with the knowledge and consent of all parties involved.

Question 16

In nearly all cultures,mothers play a central role in the care of infants and toddlers.What roles do fathers in traditional cultures play?

Accepted Answer

In traditional cultures, fathers are often excluded from the birth process and typically have a less hands-on role in daily child care, focusing more on providing for the family and less on direct caregiving tasks.

Question 17

The ability to provide ____ is a biological reason why mothers have historically been the primary caretaker.

Accepted Answer

Providing breast milk is a unique biological ability that only mothers possess, and it has historically been the primary source of nourishment for infants. This has played a significant role in why mothers have traditionally been the primary caretakers of infants. The other options (B, C, and D) are also important elements of a mother's role in caregiving but do not exclusively apply to mothers and are not unique biological abilities.

Question 18

How do toddlers react to the birth of a younger sibling?

Accepted Answer

Toddlers often react negatively to the birth of a younger sibling due to feelings of jealousy and competition for parental attention.

Question 19

Recent studies have shown that American fathers spend what percentage of their time caring for their young children?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Recent studies have shown that American fathers...

Question 20

What is one criticism of the Strange Situation as a measure of attachment?

Accepted Answer

The criticism of the Strange Situation as a measure of attachment is that caregivers and toddlers may not interact as they typically would during the task as it is an artificial laboratory setting. The task may not accurately reflect real-life situations and may not provide a complete understanding of attachment patterns.

Quiz 5: Toddlerhood

Much of the research on toddlers' relations with siblings has focused on how they respond ____.

Which of the following are two reasons why mothers have historically been the primary caretakers of infants and toddlers?

Toddlers' attachments to older siblings who care for them appear to be ____.

When fathers in industrialized societies interact with their infants and toddlers,it tends to be ____.

When a younger sibling is born,what happens to the attachment between the toddler and his or her mother?

In traditional cultures,a(n) sibling,usually a ,often takes over the main responsibility for child care from the mother.

How do fathers in China play a role in raising their children?

Gino is 3 years old and his mother just gave birth to another child.Just recently Gino has become increasingly aggressive toward the baby,and increasingly whiny,demanding,and disobedient.To help the situation,Gino's mother should ____.

What is the name of the Japanese concept that describes the very close,physical,indulgent relationship between the mother and her young child?

When the infant becomes a toddler,the relationship between the younger and older sibling changes.On the positive side,the relationship improves because ____.

The Strange Situation may not be a valid measure of attachment across cultures because ____.

Many cultures in Africa have a tradition of polygyny.What is polygyny?

The Attachment Q-Set (AQS) allows for attachment to be measured without directly involving ____at all.

Posada et al.(1995) examined mothers and toddlers from China,Columbia,Germany,Israel,Japan,and the United States on what constitutes a securely attached child.How did these mothers describe an "ideally secure" child?

____ is when men have more than one wife.

In nearly all cultures,mothers play a central role in the care of infants and toddlers.What roles do fathers in traditional cultures play?

The ability to provide ____ is a biological reason why mothers have historically been the primary caretaker.

How do toddlers react to the birth of a younger sibling?

Recent studies have shown that American fathers spend what percentage of their time caring for their young children?

What is one criticism of the Strange Situation as a measure of attachment?

Quiz 5: Toddlerhood

Much of the research on toddlers' relations with siblings has focused on how they respond ____.

Which of the following are two reasons why mothers have historically been the primary caretakers of infants and toddlers?

Toddlers' attachments to older siblings who care for them appear to be ____.

When fathers in industrialized societies interact with their infants and toddlers,it tends to be ____.

When a younger sibling is born,what happens to the attachment between the toddler and his or her mother?

In traditional cultures,a(n) ____ sibling,usually a ____,often takes over the main responsibility for child care from the mother.

How do fathers in China play a role in raising their children?

Gino is 3 years old and his mother just gave birth to another child.Just recently Gino has become increasingly aggressive toward the baby,and increasingly whiny,demanding,and disobedient.To help the situation,Gino's mother should ____.

What is the name of the Japanese concept that describes the very close,physical,indulgent relationship between the mother and her young child?

When the infant becomes a toddler,the relationship between the younger and older sibling changes.On the positive side,the relationship improves because ____.

The Strange Situation may not be a valid measure of attachment across cultures because ____.

Many cultures in Africa have a tradition of polygyny.What is polygyny?

The Attachment Q-Set (AQS) allows for attachment to be measured without directly involving ____at all.

Posada et al.(1995) examined mothers and toddlers from China,Columbia,Germany,Israel,Japan,and the United States on what constitutes a securely attached child.How did these mothers describe an "ideally secure" child?

____ is when men have more than one wife.

In nearly all cultures,mothers play a central role in the care of infants and toddlers.What roles do fathers in traditional cultures play?

The ability to provide ____ is a biological reason why mothers have historically been the primary caretaker.

How do toddlers react to the birth of a younger sibling?

Recent studies have shown that American fathers spend what percentage of their time caring for their young children?

What is one criticism of the Strange Situation as a measure of attachment?

In traditional cultures,a(n) sibling,usually a ,often takes over the main responsibility for child care from the mother.