Question 1

Which grandparent is the most likely to report frequent visits with grandchildren?

Accepted Answer

Maternal grandmothers are often more involved in their grandchildren's lives due to closer relationships with their daughters, who are typically the primary caregivers.

Question 2

The ____________ of poverty is a trend in which women who support themselves or their families have become the majority of the adult poverty population.

Accepted Answer

The term that describes the trend of women becoming the majority of the adult poverty population is "feminization of poverty." This trend is a result of various factors like gender wage gap, single parenthood, lack of access to education and healthcare, and discrimination against women. Therefore, the correct answer is option C- feminization.

Question 3

The gender gap in poverty is

Accepted Answer

The gender gap in poverty is higher in the United States than in other Western industrialized nations. Women in the United States are more likely to experience poverty due to factors such as wage gaps, limited access to affordable childcare, and discrimination in employment. While some progress has been made in addressing these issues, the gender gap in poverty remains a significant issue.

Question 4

The most common reason that grandparents step in to raise grandchildren is parental

Accepted Answer

According to research, substance abuse issues are the most common reason why grandparents step in to raise their grandchildren. This is followed closely by parental incarceration and neglect/abuse issues. Financial problems and relocation are also factors, but to a lesser extent. Parental death, while a significant and traumatic event, is not a common reason for grandparents to become primary caregivers to their grandchildren.

Question 5

Chet and Leola enjoy being grandparents.They especially value being able to pass family history and values to a new generation.Which grandparenthood gratification is probably most important to them?

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Question 6

Following her divorce,48-year-old Donna reevaluated what she considered important in a healthy relationship.She probably places

Accepted Answer

According to research, middle-aged adults tend to prioritize equal friendship and companionship in a healthy relationship rather than passionate love. Additionally, when going through a major life transition such as divorce, one may value emotional support and a deep connection with their partner, rather than superficial or materialistic aspects such as financial security. Therefore, it is likely that Donna places greater weight on equal friendship.

Question 7

Missy lives with her maternal grandparents,apart from her father and mother.Missy is growing up in a _________ family.

Accepted Answer

A skipped-generation family is a family where the grandparents are the primary caregivers for the grandchildren, and the parents are absent. Therefore, Missy living with her maternal grandparents indicates that she is growing up in a skipped-generation family. The other options do not fit Missy's situation as she is not living with her parents or other family members.

Question 8

Throughout middle adulthood,parents' relationships with their young adult children tend to involve

Accepted Answer

During middle adulthood, parents tend to shift from providing direct care for their children to providing more emotional and practical support. This often means giving more assistance (financial, emotional, or practical) to their young adult children than they receive in return. However, this does not imply that they do not receive any support in return, as adult children also provide their parents with various types of support, such as companionship, advice, and assistance with daily activities. Additionally, the relationship between parents and young adult children tends to be characterized by greater mutual respect and open communication, rather than tension or little communication.

Question 9

Little is known about long-term adjustment following divorce among middle-aged men,perhaps because

Accepted Answer

Most middle-aged men tend to enter new relationships and remarry relatively quickly after a divorce, which can make it challenging to study their long-term adjustment post-divorce.

Question 10

Which characteristic of young adult children is more important for midlife parental adjustment?

Accepted Answer

Psychological adjustment is the most important characteristic of young adult children for midlife parental adjustment. This includes their emotional stability, ability to cope with stress, and overall mental health. A child's psychological adjustment can have a significant impact on the well-being of their parents during midlife, as parents may worry about their child's well-being or may be affected by their child's struggles. Educational success, occupational success, and marital satisfaction can also be important, but they may not have as strong a correlation with parental adjustment as a child's psychological adjustment.

Question 11

Which of these factors can prompt parental strain as children depart from the home?

Accepted Answer

A child who is "off-time" in development, such as leaving home earlier or later than expected, can disrupt the parents' plans and expectations, causing strain as they adjust to the new situation. Options A and B do not necessarily lead to parental strain, and option C may actually alleviate strain if work can serve as a distraction or source of fulfillment for the parent.

Question 12

Which of the following is true about marriage and divorce in midlife?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Parents who were __________ in _________ are more likely to experience contact and closeness with their child in early adulthood.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that parents who were warm and supportive during middle childhood (ages 6-11) are more likely to have close relationships with their adult children. This is because these parents establish a positive and secure attachment with their child during a crucial period of development, which fosters trust, open communication, and mutual respect in the parent-child relationship.

Question 14

Ron and Raul love being grandparents.They are thrilled to be leaving behind not just one but two generations after death.Which grandparenthood gratification is probably most important to them?

Accepted Answer

Ron and Raul's statement about leaving behind two generations after death suggests that they find immortality through descendants to be an important aspect of grandparenthood gratification.

Question 15

In many Mexican- and Chinese-American households,the maternal grandmother is

Accepted Answer

In many Mexican- and Chinese-American households, the maternal grandmother is the preferred caregiver for young grandchildren. This is due to cultural beliefs that view the maternal lineage as being more important and having a stronger connection to family and child-rearing roles. The maternal grandmother may also be seen as more nurturing and emotionally available compared to the paternal grandmother.

Question 16

After all five of her children struck out on their own,Naomi made sure everyone stayed in touch by creating a family blog.She also took charge of gathering the family for celebrations.Naomi is her family's

Accepted Answer

Naomi's role of creating a family blog to stay in touch and gathering the family for celebrations points towards her being a kinkeeper. A kinkeeper is someone who takes charge of maintaining family relationships and keeping the family connected.

Question 17

Which of the following is true about grandparents who take full responsibility for raising grandchildren?

Accepted Answer

Grandparents who take full responsibility for raising their grandchildren often experience significant emotional and financial strain. This is due to a variety of factors, including aging, lack of appropriate resources and support, and the challenges of raising children in a rapidly changing world. While some grandparents may be financially well-off, this is not always the case, and the family arrangement is not unique to any particular minority group. While there may be a generation gap between grandparents and their grandchildren, many grandparents are able to successfully adapt to new parenting roles and develop effective child-rearing skills.

Question 18

A person who lists being a valued elder as a gratification of grandparenthood values

Accepted Answer

Being a valued elder implies being seen as wise and helpful, which aligns with the perception of being a wise, helpful person.

Question 19

More Italian young adults reside with their parents until marriage than in other Western nations because

Accepted Answer

Italian culture places a strong emphasis on family and moving out of the parental home without a clear reason may be seen as a sign of dysfunction within the family. This belief is deeply ingrained in Italian culture and contributes to more young adults residing with their parents until marriage compared to other Western nations.

Question 20

Compared with grandchildren in intact families,grandchildren in single-parent and stepparent families report

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Quiz 16: Emotional and Social Development in Middle Adulthood