Question 1

The capacity to rebound from adversity,misfortune,trauma,or other transitional crises and become strengthened and more resourceful is called

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Resiliency refers to the ability to bounce back from difficult experiences and become stronger and more resourceful as a result. This includes overcoming adversity, trauma, and other transitional crises. The other options (B, C, D) do not accurately reflect this concept.

Question 2

Most people do not reflect very often on families as social institutions.Instead,they focus on their lived day-to-day experiences and think about their families in very individualized terms,failing to see the interconnection to

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Families are a social institution that are deeply embedded in social structures such as the economy, politics, and culture. Understanding the connection between families and these larger structures is crucial to fully grasping the role and impact of families in society.

Question 3

To fully understand the factors involved in violence in communities in the United States,Professor Henry will be collecting data from 12 countries around the world and evaluating the data methodically.Professor Henry is using the _________ perspectives.

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Professor Henry is collecting data from 12 countries around the world, which indicates that he is using a comparative perspective. He also mentions that he will be evaluating the data methodically, which indicates an empirical perspective. Therefore, the best choice would be A, comparative and empirical perspectives. The other options (B, conflict and systematic perspectives; C, family and systems perspectives; D, cultural and scientific perspectives) are not supported by the information provided in the question.

Question 4

In sub-Saharan Africa,young females are far more likely to be infected with HIV/AIDS primarily because they

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Young females in sub-Saharan Africa are often exploited by older men who refuse to use protection during sex. This increases their risk of contracting HIV/AIDS. Factors such as poverty, gender inequality, lack of education, and limited access to healthcare also contribute to the high rate of infection among young females in the region.

Question 5

Mayor Kua has formed a committee to look at gender pay inequities in his city and look at communities with less poverty.He has asked the committee to use empirical methods to determine the benefits by requiring equal pay for equal work.Mayor Kua is using the

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Mayor Kua's use of empirical methods to examine gender pay inequities and poverty in the city demonstrates the application of the sociological imagination, which involves understanding how broader social structures and actions contribute to individual experiences and outcomes. By examining the systemic factors contributing to gender pay inequities and poverty, the committee is employing a sociological perspective that goes beyond individual behavior or choices. The conflict perspective and symbolic perspective are other sociological perspectives that could be applied to this issue, but Mayor Kua's focus on empirical methods and understanding broader social factors aligns most closely with the sociological imagination. The recovery approach is not relevant to this situation.

Question 6

Why do family policies in the United States reflect and promote the concepts of individualism and self-sufficiency?

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The United States' history and culture have placed a significant emphasis on individualism and self-sufficiency, which has resulted in a general distrust of government programs and a preference for individual responsibility. This influence is reflected in family policies that emphasize individual responsibility and minimal government intervention.

Question 7

Sociologists view the need for childcare as a ________-level change.

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The need for childcare is a macro-level change because it involves the larger societal structures and institutions that impact families and individuals. This includes policies and laws regarding childcare, the availability and accessibility of childcare services, and the cultural norms and expectations surrounding the role of parents and childcare providers.

Question 8

Why is conflict theory particularly useful for examining the influence that inequality has on families?

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Conflict theory emphasizes the role of power in society and how it is used to maintain the status quo. In the context of families, it highlights how inequality is perpetuated through the dominant ideologies and beliefs that are presented as the norm. This makes it useful for examining the influence that inequality has on families.

Question 9

Which perspective focuses on identifying,creating,mobilizing,advocating,and respecting the resources,assets,wisdom,and knowledge that every person and every family has to ameliorate problems?

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The family strength perspective focuses on identifying, creating, mobilizing, advocating, and respecting the resources, assets, wisdom, and knowledge that every person and every family has to ameliorate problems. This perspective emphasizes the positive characteristics of families and their ability to overcome challenges.

Question 10

Caleb and his sister,Haley,both have master's degrees.He is a high school principal and his sister the director of a daycare center.Caleb earns twice what Haley does demonstrating the

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The feminization of poverty refers to the phenomenon where women are more likely to be poorer than men, often due to wage disparities and the types of jobs that are traditionally held by women, which tend to be lower paying. In this scenario, despite both having master's degrees and leadership positions, Haley earns significantly less than Caleb, illustrating this concept.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT one of the themes of the text?

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The text discusses the themes of families as a social institution, social inequality in family dynamics, and the contextual factors influencing family policies and programs. However, the text does not advocate for a strengths-based perspective that promotes patriarchal expectations in families.

Question 12

Anna's husband hit her on occasion,especially when he was drunk.Anna said "There are just some things we put up with from men." Why would Anna accept it?

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Anna's acceptance of her husband's behavior is likely due to it being a cultural norm for her. In some cultures, violence against women is sadly still widely accepted as a form of discipline or control. It is important to note that this is never an acceptable or justifiable behavior and resources are available for those who may be experiencing domestic violence.

Question 13

When Dr.Dixon presents her research to her students,some students start to share their personal stories that conflicted with Dr.Dixon's empirical approach.Which is the best explanation?

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This suggests that the students' personal experiences may not align with the research findings, as the research may have challenged their preconceived notions or beliefs. It does not discredit the value of empirical research overall.

Question 14

When sociologists and other social scientists answer questions through a systematic collection of quantitative or qualitative data,they are using

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The systematic collection of data to answer questions is known as the empirical approach. This approach relies on observation and experimentation to gather evidence and test hypotheses. It is a central feature of social scientific research and distinguishes it from other approaches that rely on anecdote, opinion, or intuition. The other answer choices do not accurately describe the process of social scientific inquiry.

Question 15

Those characteristics or dynamics that shape the family's ability to endure in the face of risk factors are called

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Family protective factors refer to the characteristics or dynamics of a family that help them to endure and overcome risk factors. Examples of such factors include strong family communication, social support networks, adaptive coping skills, and positive relationships between family members. These factors can help families to stay resilient in the face of challenges and to recover from difficult situations.

Question 16

A sociological imagination shows:

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A sociological imagination helps to question and challenge commonsense assumptions by looking at social issues from a broader perspective, considering historical, political, cultural, and structural factors that shape individuals' experiences and the society at large. It emphasizes the importance of using evidence-based research to understand social issues and inequalities. The other choices are not accurate statements supported by sociological research.

Question 17

Professor Dua is examining the data on teenage pregnancy in Sweden,France,and Australia. His goal is to understand the factors that could help to lower the teenage pregnancy rate in the United States. Professor Dua is using

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Professor Dua is using a comparative approach by examining the data on teenage pregnancy rates in different countries to understand the factors that could help to lower the rate in the United States.

Question 18

Understanding whether the divorce rate in the United States is high or low uses a

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A comparative approach involves comparing the divorce rate in the United States to those in other countries or historical data to determine if it is high or low.

Question 19

When one looks beyond the personal experiences of a homeless mother for cultural or historical patterns,one is using the ________ imagination.

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Sociological imagination refers to the ability to see the relationship between personal experiences and larger social forces. By looking at cultural or historical patterns, one can gain a broader understanding of the issues faced by a homeless mother and the social structures that contribute to her situation. The other answer choices are not relevant in this context.

Question 20

About 30% of single mothers live below the poverty line representing the

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The term "feminization of poverty" refers to the trend in which an increasing proportion of the poor are women, particularly single mothers. This is due to factors such as lower wages and limited opportunities for women in the workforce, as well as the gendered division of labor in care work and household responsibilities. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it specifically addresses the situation of single mothers in poverty. Options A, B, and C are not as relevant or specific to this context.

Quiz 15: Summing up Families and the Sociological Imagination