Question 1

In the interventionist period of the welfare state, the Canadian government passed the following pieces of major legislation,

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The interventionist period of the welfare state in Canada saw the introduction of the Canada Pension Plan, Canada Assistance Plan, and medicare as major legislative measures to provide social security and healthcare.

Question 2

The perspective contending that social welfare is universal is the

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The institutional perspective views social welfare as a normal, integrated function of society that should be universally accessible to all its members, rather than as a response to individual failure.

Question 3

The perspective contending that a system of social welfare services, distinct from the market and family, is necessary to meet social and economic need is the

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The institutional perspective argues for a system of social welfare services that operates independently of the market and family, emphasizing that such a system is essential to address social and economic needs comprehensively. This perspective views welfare services as a fundamental right and an integral part of the social structure, rather than as a temporary solution for those deemed unable to manage by other means.

Question 4

The first Canadian compulsory social insurance program was introduced to

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The first Canadian compulsory social insurance program was introduced to protect workers, specifically through workers' compensation programs. These programs were designed to provide financial compensation and support to workers who were injured or became ill as a result of their job.

Question 5

The perspective contending that the market and the family provide all crucial social and financial support to citizens is the

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The residual perspective holds that the market and family are the primary sources of support, with government intervention being a last resort.

Question 6

Community development emphasizes activities that

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Community development focuses on activities that promote the collective wellbeing of a community, rather than individual gain, reacting to specific conditions, emphasizing professional uniqueness, focusing solely on financial returns, or resolving only focal issues.

Question 7

An individual who lives in the rural areas is unable to benefit from an urban social service agency's programs because of poor transportation. This is an example of the barrier called

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The barrier is accessibility, as the individual cannot easily access the services due to transportation issues, not because the services are unavailable, unaffordable, inappropriate, or inadequate.

Question 8

In a multicultural community, most of the social services are for the mainstream residents with a few that addresses the needs of children of immigrants. This is an example of the barrier that is the lack of

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This situation illustrates a lack of adequacy, as the social services provided do not sufficiently address the specific needs of children of immigrants, indicating that the services are not adequate for all community members.

Question 9

A social service agency in a community charges a fee for service on a sliding scale. Most of the residents requiring the services are seniors from a subsidized housing complex. This is an example of providing services that may or may not be

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The sliding scale fee structure is designed to make services more affordable for individuals based on their income or financial situation, directly addressing affordability.

Question 10

The difference between the modern conservatives and modern socialists regarding welfare state is the modern socialists aim at

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Modern socialists focus on collective responsibility, emphasizing the role of the community and state in supporting individuals, contrasting with conservative views that often prioritize individual responsibility and smaller government intervention in welfare.

Question 11

The social services in a community provide agency brochures that are translated into the languages of the residents. This is an example of providing services that are

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Providing agency brochures in the languages of the residents ensures that the information is accessible to everyone, regardless of their language proficiency.

Question 12

The point at which an individual or family spends 20 percent more of their income on basic necessities than the average family is the

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The low income cut-off (LICO) is a measure used in Canada to determine the income threshold at which a family may be facing significantly more financial hardship than the average family due to the high proportion of income spent on basic necessities.

Question 13

The argument that welfare states perpetuate economic and social gaps by maintaining class distinctions was proposed by the

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Question 14

When an individual's religious beliefs contradict the mission statement of a social service agency, it prevents him from using the services. This is an example of the barrier that is the lack of

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This situation reflects a lack of acceptability, as the individual's personal beliefs are not aligned with the agency's mission, making the services unacceptable to them.

Question 15

The presence or perceived presence of social services is

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Availability refers to the presence or perceived presence of social services, indicating that these services exist and can potentially be accessed by those in need.

Question 16

The first old-age pension introduced by the federal government provided for both those living in poverty and those over 70 years of age involved

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The first old-age pension scheme introduced by the federal government involved cost sharing with the provinces, allowing for a collaborative effort in providing for the elderly and those living in poverty.

Question 17

The increasing rate of unemployment, growth of inflation, and downsizing contributed to this stage of the welfare state, the

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The erosion period of the welfare state is characterized by increasing unemployment, inflation, and downsizing, reflecting challenges and reductions in welfare provisions.

Question 18

When individuals are referred to a social service agency that is right kind to meet their needs, it meets the criteria of

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When individuals are referred to a social service agency that is the right kind to meet their needs, it meets the criteria of appropriateness. This means the services provided are suitable and relevant to the individual's specific situation and requirements.

Question 19

Income assistance benefits provide for

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Income assistance benefits are primarily designed to cover basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clothing for individuals or families who are unable to provide for themselves due to various reasons such as unemployment, disability, or low income.

Question 20

The perspective that social welfare is based on a personal and give-and-take relationship is the

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Quiz 11: Social Welfare and the Future of Community Development