Question 1

In Louisiana,Arizona and Arkansas,couples may choose to have a covenant marriage.Covenant marriage includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Covenant marriage does not require couples to be married in a church by an ordained minister; it focuses on premarital counseling, a commitment to lifetime marriage, and the requirement for counseling before divorce, rather than the specific location or officiant of the wedding.

Question 2

Who is more likely to initiate a divorce?

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that women are more likely to initiate divorce than men. This trend has been observed in various studies, indicating that at least two-thirds of divorces are initiated by women. This could be due to a variety of social, emotional, and financial factors.

Question 3

All of the following are grounds for divorce that may be used by a couple with a covenant marriage EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

In a covenant marriage, the grounds for divorce are typically more stringent than in a standard marriage. Irreconcilable differences are often not considered a valid ground for divorce in a covenant marriage, as these marriages require a higher level of commitment to work through issues.

Question 4

No-fault divorce laws

Accepted Answer

No-fault divorce laws are based on the premise of equality between women and men, allowing either party to file for divorce without proving wrongdoing by the other party.

Question 5

If a couple has a covenant marriage they may

Accepted Answer

Covenant marriages allow couples to divorce, but only for specific, limited reasons such as adultery, abuse, or chemical dependency, making option C correct.

Question 6

After divorce,Inuit (Eskimos)believed it was acceptable to reactivate a marriage between the formerly married couple in which of the following cases?

Accepted Answer

Inuit culture traditionally allowed for the reactivation of a marriage if the couple began living together again, reflecting a more flexible approach to marital relationships.

Question 7

Aulette cited Kurz who interviewed women about why their marriages ended.All of the following are among the primary reasons given by at least 17% of the women EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Money problems were not cited by at least 17% of the women as a primary reason for their marriages ending according to the study referenced.

Question 8

Among the traditional Inuit (commonly called Eskimos)

Accepted Answer

In traditional Inuit society, divorce was relatively simple and could be initiated by either the husband or wife. It was accomplished without any formal ceremony, essentially by the couple ceasing to live together. This reflects a more flexible approach to marital relationships compared to many other societies.

Question 9

Aulette cited several researchers who had surveyed people about their divorces.They generally found most people

Accepted Answer

Research generally shows that a significant number of individuals report being happier after their divorce compared to when they were married. This is attributed to the relief from the unhappiness and conflict that characterized their marriages.

Question 10

Women are more likely to be socially stigmatized for a divorce if

Accepted Answer

Women with young children may face more social stigma due to societal expectations about motherhood and family stability.

Question 11

Aulette cited Ahrons who identified _______ transitions in the divorce experience,including ___________.

Accepted Answer

Ahrons identified five transitions in the divorce experience, which are the decision, announcement, separation, formal divorce, and aftermath. These stages outline the process from the initial consideration of divorce through to the post-divorce period.

Question 12

Men are more likely to be socially stigmatized for a divorce if they

Accepted Answer

Men are more likely to be socially stigmatized for a divorce if they began affairs before their divorce. This is because society often views men who engage in extramarital affairs as being irresponsible and untrustworthy.

Question 13

Some social analysts (including Aulette)assert that no-fault laws disadvantage women.All of the following are among the reasons they give for this claim EXCEPT:

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Question 14

Alimony or spousal support is awarded in _________ of divorce settlements.

Accepted Answer

Alimony or spousal support is awarded in approximately 14% of divorce settlements.

Question 15

Comparisons of Asian Americans and other Americans after divorce indicate that Asian American women experience a stronger sense of

Accepted Answer

Asian American women often experience a stronger sense of shamefulness and failure after divorce due to cultural values that emphasize family unity and marital success.

Question 16

From 1900 until the late 1990's,

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The answer of From 1900 until the late 1990's,
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Question 17

Among the traditional Inuit (Eskimos)the estimated divorce rate

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The answer of Among the traditional Inuit (Eskimos)the estimated divorce...

Question 18

After a divorce among the traditional Inuit (Eskimos),

Accepted Answer

In traditional Inuit culture, maintaining community harmony is highly valued. After a divorce, ex-spouses are encouraged to treat each other with friendliness and support to preserve social cohesion and avoid discord within the community.

Question 19

Property settlements in divorce among the Inuit (Eskimos)were easy because

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Question 20

Aulette cited 2005 data indicating that,after a divorce,women on average experienced

Accepted Answer

After a divorce, women typically experience a decline in both family income and per capita income due to the loss of a partner's financial contribution and the potential increase in household expenses.

Quiz 10: Divorce and Remarriage