Question 1

Which of the following myths about stepfamilies includes the belief that the stepparent should save the stepkids from a negative or lenient custodial parent?

Accepted Answer

The Rescue Fantasy Myth includes the belief that the stepparent should save the stepkids from a negative or lenient custodial parent. This myth can create unrealistic expectations for the stepparent and cause tensions within the family.

Question 2

Researchers who compare divorce rates for first marriages with divorce rates for remarriages find that

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that remarriages are less stable if the couple sees divorce as a quick solution for marital dissatisfaction. Studies have found that the divorce rate for remarriages is higher than for first marriages, and that remarriages where the partners are older and have adult children are more likely to last than those where the partners are younger and have young children.

Question 3

When Donna and Wayne married,Donna's children from her previous marriage lived with them.This family form is called a

Accepted Answer

This family form is called a "mother-stepfather family" because the children from Donna's previous marriage are living with her and her new husband, Wayne, making him their stepfather.

Question 4

In the __________,all the children are biological children of the mother and stepchildren of the father.

Accepted Answer

In a mother-stepfather family, all the children are biological children of the mother and stepchildren of the father.

Question 5

In the __________ family,at least one child is the biological child of both parents,at least one child is the biological child of only one parent and the stepchild of the other parent,and no other type of child is present.

Accepted Answer

A joint stepfamily includes at least one child who is the biological child of both parents and at least one child who is the biological child of only one parent and the stepchild of the other parent.

Question 6

When John and Jo married,Jo's son from a previous marriage and John and Jo's subsequent biological children all lived together.This family form is called

Accepted Answer

The answer of When John and Jo married,Jo's son from...

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a way that remarriages differ from first marriages?

Accepted Answer

Role expectations tend to be less strictly defined in remarriages as individuals negotiate their new family roles and responsibilities.

Question 8

Which of the following myths about stepfamilies includes the expectation that family members will love and feel close to one another,children will show deference to parents,and the nonresidential parent will disappear?

Accepted Answer

The Nuclear Family Myth encompasses the expectation that stepfamilies should immediately function like first-time families, with strong bonds and traditional roles, including love and respect among all members and the absence of the nonresidential parent.

Question 9

A diagram showing the biological relationship among family members is called a

Accepted Answer

A diagram showing the biological relationship among family members is called a genogram.

Question 10

Which of the following statements concerning marital roles and power in remarried relationships is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Statement C is false because, generally, in remarried families, the distribution of household chores does not significantly shift towards husbands doing as much or more housework than their wives. Typically, gender roles persist, and while there might be more negotiation and sharing of tasks, it does not usually result in husbands doing equal or more housework than wives.

Question 11

Cari's mom and her mom's new husband,Jeff,had a son they named Andrew.Andrew is Cari's __________ brother.

Accepted Answer

Andrew is Cari's half brother because they share one biological parent.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT an issue created by remarriage when couples who already have children then have children together?

Accepted Answer

The issue of children who belong to both parents feeling less loved and more smothered than their other siblings is not typically an issue in remarriage situations where couples have children together. This issue is more common in situations where one parent has children from a previous relationship and those children feel ignored or overshadowed by the new step-siblings or half-siblings.

Question 13

Which of the following statements is accurate concerning stress and resources in remarried families?

Accepted Answer

Most Americans indeed believe that adult children have a greater responsibility to provide financial assistance to their biological parents rather than to stepparents. This reflects societal norms and expectations regarding familial obligations and support, emphasizing the primary responsibility towards biological family members over stepparents.

Question 14

According to Wright,lesbian stepfamilies reflect three distinct stepparent roles.In which type of family is the nonbiological mother a supporter of and helper and consultant to the biological mother,an active parent of the children,and a dedicated and committed family member?

Accepted Answer

In the co-parent family, the nonbiological mother acts as a supporter of and helper and consultant to the biological mother, actively parents the children, and is a dedicated and committed family member. This role is distinct from the other types of families mentioned, where the involvement and roles of the nonbiological mother may differ.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a reason why remarried couples divorce?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is NOT a...

Question 16

What can happen if people remarry and find that they and their children are at different stages of the family life course?

Accepted Answer

If people remarry and find that they and their children are at different stages of the family life course, their goals and expectations may conflict. For example, one partner may want to focus on saving for retirement while the other partner may want to prioritize paying for their children's college education. This can lead to disagreement and tension within the new family unit.

Question 17

Research suggests that women who had a child between marriages were __________ likely to divorce than women who did not.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that women who had a child between marriages are more likely to experience divorce than those who did not. This could be due to various factors, including the added stress and complexities of blending families or societal judgments.

Question 18

In the __________,both adults have children from previous marriages.

Accepted Answer

A complex stepfamily is one in which both adults have children from previous marriages or relationships.

Question 19

When Cheryl and Tyrone married,Tyrone's children from a previous marriage lived with them.This family form is called a

Accepted Answer

This family form is called a "father-stepmother family" because Tyrone's children from a previous marriage are living with him and his new wife, Cheryl.

Question 20

Which of the following myths about stepfamilies includes the belief that marriage is a form of parental entitlement in which the new stepparent should automatically have intimacy with and authority over stepchildren without earning it?

Accepted Answer

The Instant Love Myth involves the expectation that stepfamily members will immediately love and accept each other, including the belief that a stepparent will automatically gain intimacy and authority over stepchildren without the need to build these relationships over time.

Quiz 16: Remarriages and Stepfamilies