Question 1

Ten-year-old India caught Lyndsey, her best friend, lying to her own mom. India will probably _____.

Accepted Answer

It is not India's place to tell Lyndsey's mother about the lie, and it could potentially damage their friendship. It is also not necessary for India to tell her own mother about the lie. The best choice in this scenario would be for India to keep quiet about it and not get involved in the situation.

Question 2

Who is MOST likely to experience few psychological problems during middle childhood?

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that children who are raised by their biological mother and father have better psychological outcomes during middle childhood compared to children raised in single-parent households or households with non-biological caregivers. While there is increasing acceptance of diverse family structures, family composition still plays a role in children's psychological well-being.

Question 3

Malik and Anastasia have been married one year and now have a 15-month-old son. Their chances of a successful marriage are better if they _____.

Accepted Answer

Doing things together that they love is important to keep the relationship strong. This helps them foster a strong bond and continue to connect with each other, which is particularly important when they have a child to co-parent. Working separate shifts or marrying for the baby's sake may create additional stress and strain on their relationship. Marrying relatively young can be a factor in successful marriages for some couples, but it is not a guarantee.

Question 4

To reduce the impact of divorce on children, which of the following should take place?

Accepted Answer

Minimizing transitions is important for reducing the impact of divorce on children. This can include maintaining a consistent routine, minimizing changes in living arrangements, and providing support for their emotional needs. Options A and B may disrupt the stability of a child's home life, while option D may lead to a toxic or unhealthy environment for the children.

Question 5

What factors generally determine whether a child is well liked by his or her peers?

Accepted Answer

Culture and cohort are both important factors that can affect a child's social acceptance among peers. Culture can influence social behaviors and expectations, while cohort refers to the group of children a child interacts with regularly, such as classmates or neighborhood kids. Therefore, a child who shares the same culture and experiences as their peers is more likely to be well-liked and accepted by them. Race and gender may also play a role, but they are not always determinative factors in a child's social acceptance. SES (socioeconomic status) may impact a child's access to certain resources and opportunities, but it may not necessarily determine their popularity among peers.

Question 6

Two factors that universally interfere with family function in every nation are _____.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that low income and high conflict are two factors that universally interfere with family function in every nation. These factors can lead to a range of negative consequences such as poor parent-child relationships, mental health issues, and academic problems for children. While ethnic and religious differences can cause conflict in some families, they are not universally present in every nation. High income does not necessarily guarantee good family function and can sometimes lead to other issues such as workaholism and materialism. High stress can also interfere with family function, but it is not as universal as low income and high conflict.

Question 7

Which country leads the world in divorce and remarriage?

Accepted Answer

The United States has one of the highest divorce rates in the world, with approximately 39% of marriages ending in divorce. Additionally, it is also common for people in the United States to remarry, contributing to the country's high rate of remarriage.

Question 8

Compared with single-parent homes, two-parent homes usually have _____.

Accepted Answer

Two-parent homes usually have a higher income than single-parent homes, as there are two adults contributing money to the household. While it is possible that they may also have stronger moral values, fewer children, and better discipline, these are not guaranteed outcomes.

Question 9

A study that followed married parents and their adolescent children found that _____ on the adolescents' well-being.

Accepted Answer

The study found that conflict was the main influence on the adolescents' well-being, indicating that marital conflict can have negative impacts on children's mental health and overall well-being. The study did not mention genetics as a significant factor in influencing adolescent well-being.

Question 10

A family that consists of one man, several wives, and the biological children of the man and women is a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

A polygamous family is one in which there is one man who has multiple wives and their biological children. In some cultures and religions, this type of family structure is accepted and practiced.

Question 11

Dimitri has been married before and has two biological children. He has just married Natasha, who has also been married before and has a biological son. Their family is an example of a _____.

Accepted Answer

This is a stepparent family as it consists of two adults who have been married previously and brought their own biological children into the family, as well as a child from one of the adult's previous relationships.

Question 12

The percentage of school-age children that live in single-parent households is _____.

Accepted Answer

31 percent is the correct percentage of school-age children living in single-parent households.

Question 13

Joshua and Jeanette are brother and sister who live with their biological parents. They live in a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

Joshua and Jeanette live with their biological parents, indicating that they are part of a nuclear family, where a married couple and their children live together in one household.

Question 14

By the time children are the age of 10, which statement is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that both boys and girls place a high value on having a best friend at the age of 10. Mutual loyalty is important to both genders, and maintaining long-term friendships is valued by both as well. While there may be some differences in the way boys and girls approach friendships, both place great importance on having close relationships with peers.

Question 15

The family stress model illustrates that _____.

Accepted Answer

The family stress model illustrates that the reaction to family poverty is crucial. It suggests that the stress caused by poverty can affect family relationships, leading to negative parenting behaviors and family functioning, which in turn can impact children's social, emotional, and behavioral development. This model emphasizes the importance of interventions that target family functioning and parent-child relationships in order to improve outcomes for children living in poverty. The model does not suggest that a high income can overcome the effects of stress, nor does it suggest that poverty itself is harmful to children.

Question 16

Research indicates that a child who demonstrates positive adaptation in the face of stressors such as poverty and neglect is showing resilience and _____.

Accepted Answer

The question is asking about future outcomes, and the word "may" is used to indicate potential variability in future resilience. Therefore, option D ("may or may not show resilience in the future") is the best answer. Options A, B, and C all imply that resilience is either always present or completely dependent on continuing or worsening circumstances, which is not necessarily the case.

Question 17

The particular rules and behaviors that are passed down to younger children from older children are what define _____.

Accepted Answer

Child culture refers to the learned behaviors, beliefs, and practices that are specific to children and passed down through generations through socialization within peer groups.

Question 18

What is a hallmark of close friendships during middle childhood?

Accepted Answer

Same age is a hallmark of close friendships during middle childhood. During this stage of development, children tend to gravitate towards others who are of the same age and share common interests and experiences. While friendships can certainly exist across different ethnicities, SES, and even genders, the most important factor in middle childhood friendships tends to be age similarity.

Question 19

School-age children would most admire _____.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Compared with nuclear families, extended families typically _____.

Accepted Answer

Extended families typically include grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives, providing a wider support system and more diverse relationships compared to nuclear families. Other options do not accurately describe extended families.

Quiz 13: Seciton 3: Middle Childhood: Psychosocial Development