Question 1

Harmonious couples are characterized by _____.

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

These couples are characterized by strength in decision making and planning, but there is a bit of dissatisfaction with a partner's personality and habits. There are
Moderate levels of relationship dissatisfaction.

Accepted Answer

A

Question 3

In his typology, Peter Stein states that there are four categories of singles. Singles in this category include never-marrieds, those who have divorced and have no intention of remarrying, cohabiting individuals, gay and lesbian couples, and certain members of the clergy, such as priests and nuns.

Accepted Answer

The category that fits the description given is voluntary permanent singles, as it includes individuals who have chosen to remain single indefinitely, regardless of whether or not they have previously been married or in relationships. The other categories do not encompass all of the types of singles listed, as involuntary temporary singles would only include those who are single due to external factors such as a lack of available partners or difficult circumstances, while involuntary permanent singles would only include those who are single due to factors beyond their control, such as disabilities or religious restrictions. Voluntary temporary singles would include those who are single by choice but only for a temporary period, such as individuals who are focused on their careers or travel plans.

Question 4

In his typology, Peter Stein states that there are four categories of singles. Singles in this category include those who have never married, as well as those who were previously married and are now divorced or widowed. These singles are not opposed to marriage; rather, they are not currently looking for a mate because it is not a priority.

Accepted Answer

The category of voluntary temporary singles includes those who are not currently looking for a mate because it is not a priority. This category fits the description provided in the question.

Question 5

America is a(n) ________ culture, one in which individual needs and wants, such as self-fulfillment, educational attainment, and the fulfillment of career goals, are promoted over the collective needs of the society.

Accepted Answer

The statement describes an individualistic culture, where individual goals are promoted over collective ones. Collectivist cultures prioritize the needs of the group over the individual. Pioneering and eclectic do not accurately describe the cultural trait described in the statement.

Question 6

Every state requires couples intending to marry to receive a ________, a document issued by a town, county, state or similar authority, allowing the marriage to occur at least one month prior to their nuptials.

Accepted Answer

A prenuptial agreement is a separate legal document that outlines the financial and property rights of each party in case of a divorce; a marriage contract is another term for a prenuptial agreement; a covenant is a legal agreement between God and humanity (or between individuals and/or groups). Therefore, the only appropriate answer is marriage license, as it is the document required for legal marriage in all states.

Question 7

As the term implies, ________ are those individuals who have not married.

Accepted Answer

The term "never-married" clearly indicates individuals who have not yet entered into the institution of marriage. The other choices, while possibly applicable to some unmarried individuals, are not as inclusive or specific.

Question 8

A ________ is a culturally defined, culturally assigned set of behaviors each spouse is expected to carry out.

Accepted Answer

Conjugal roles are the specific set of behaviors that are expected of each spouse within a marital relationship. These roles are culturally defined and can vary between different societies and time periods. Stereotypes are generalizations about particular groups or categories of people, and while conjugal roles may be influenced by stereotypes, they are not synonymous. Marital boundaries refer to the limits or boundaries that exist within a marital relationship, while boundary roles refer to the specific social roles that individuals assume within an organization or community.

Question 9

The legal age of marriage is ________ in the United States.

Accepted Answer

The legal age of marriage is 18 in the United States, except for Nebraska (19) and Mississippi (21). Some states allow minors to marry with parental consent or court approval, but the age limit is generally 16 or 17. It is important to note that child marriage is a serious issue in some parts of the country, with minors being forced into marriages without their consent or understanding of the consequences.

Question 10

Marriage allows for ________ , in which each spouse can take on tasks and concentrate on those things they do well (i.e., he may like to do light carpentry while she may like to do yard work).

Accepted Answer

Specialization refers to the distribution of tasks and responsibilities among spouses based on their skills and preferences. This allows each spouse to focus on tasks they are good at and enjoy doing, leading to greater efficiency and satisfaction.

Question 11

An ________ couple is one in which the partners are of different races.

Accepted Answer

An interracial couple is one in which the partners are of different races. Bisexual refers to sexual attraction to both males and females. Bi-racial is not a commonly used term for describing a couple. Intermarried refers to a marriage between people of different religions or nationalities, but not necessarily races.

Question 12

In his typology, Peter Stein states that there are four categories of singles. In this category are those singles who wanted to marry but did not find a marriage mate. These singles may be never married, divorced, or widowed. Over time, they come to accept their unmarried status.

Accepted Answer

The category described is of the "involuntary permanent singles" as they wanted to marry but were unable to find a mate and have come to accept their unmarried status over time.

Question 13

In his typology, Peter Stein states that there are four categories of singles. Among this category are singles who want to be married and who are actively seeking a marriage mate. This group of singles includes people who have never married, as well as those who were previously married and are now divorced or widowed.

Accepted Answer

Involuntary temporary singles are those who wish to marry and are actively seeking a spouse. This category includes both individuals who have never been married and those who are divorced or widowed, indicating their situation is not by choice but due to circumstances, and they are looking to change it.

Question 14

In American culture, and in cultures around the world, ________ is assumed to be the next chapter in a person's life, following adolescence and early adulthood.

Accepted Answer

While parenthood and retirement are common life events, they are not necessarily assumed to be the next chapter after adolescence and early adulthood. However, marriage is often seen as the next step in a person's life after they have completed their education and begun their career. It is a culturally significant life event that represents commitment, partnership, and starting a family.

Question 15

When people of different religious faiths marry, their union is called an ________ marriage (for example, when a Christian marries a Hindu).

Accepted Answer

An interfaith marriage refers to a marriage between people of different religious faiths. It is becoming more common in modern times as people are more accepting of different beliefs and cultures.

Question 16

Vitalized couples are characterized by _____.

Accepted Answer

Vitalized couples are known for having high levels of overall relationship satisfaction, emphasizing religion, and having egalitarian roles in their relationships. All three characteristics contribute to the overall health and vitality of the relationship.

Question 17

Many people are single because _____.

Accepted Answer

Being single can result from a variety of reasons such as being widowed, divorced, or having never been married. Therefore, all of the options (A), (B), and (C) are correct.

Question 18

________ marriages are those in which individuals who adhere to the same religion wed, but they may have different beliefs or follow different traditions within that faith (such as a Baptist who marries a Presbyterian).

Accepted Answer

Intrafaith marriages involve individuals who share the same religion but may have different interpretations or practice different traditions within that faith. The other answer choices are not applicable as miscegenation refers to marriages between people of different races, interfaith marriages are between individuals of different religions, and trans-faith is not a recognized term in the context of marriage.

Question 19

_________ is a term used in the mid 1800s to describe the "mixed race" offspring produced by interracial couples.

Accepted Answer

Miscegenation is the term that was used in the mid-1800s to describe the marriage or interbreeding of people considered to be of different racial types.

Question 20

These were developed by Flowers and his colleagues in an effort to better understand the correlation between premarital relationships and subsequent marital outcomes (and in order to assess premarital relationship quality).

Accepted Answer

Premarital couple typologies were developed by Flowers and his colleagues to understand the correlation between premarital relationships and marital outcomes, focusing on assessing premarital relationship quality.

Quiz 8: Coupling: From Singlehood to Marriage