Question 1

As sociologist Jessie Bernard pointed out,women and men experience marriage differently.The husband may see his marriage very positively; the wife may feel less positive about her marriage,and vice versa.This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

This situation highlights the fact that men and women can have different perceptions and experiences in the same marriage. It is not necessarily a result of low self-esteem, family influence or adherence to gender roles, but rather a difference in personal experiences and perspectives. Both partners may have varying levels of satisfaction or dissatisfaction, which can be attributed to their respective backgrounds, personalities, communication styles, and other factors. Therefore, option C - "two realities that frequently do not coincide" - best captures this phenomenon.

Question 2

During the Industrial Revolution,people came to view work and home as separate spheres in which different feelings and emotions were appropriate.The public sphere of work was men's sphere and was characterized by:

Accepted Answer

During the Industrial Revolution, the public sphere of work was considered men's sphere and was characterized by self-reliance and independence. This was in contrast to the private sphere of home, which was considered women's sphere and was characterized by emotions and exchange of gifts and love.

Question 3

During the Industrial Revolution,people became to view work and home as separate spheres in which different feelings and emotions were appropriate.The private sphere of the home was the women's sphere and emphasized all the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The private sphere of the home during the Industrial Revolution emphasized values such as the giving of services, the exchange of gifts and love, and emotions, but did not emphasize self-reliance and independence for women. In fact, women's roles in the private sphere were often seen as dependent on male breadwinners in the public sphere of work.

Question 4

Recently the Census Bureau has begun to use a more inclusive definition of __________,referring to it as a couple who live together without being legally married.

Accepted Answer

The term "cohabitation" refers to a couple living together without being legally married. This definition is now being used by the Census Bureau. The other answer choices are not relevant to this context.

Question 5

Based on Census Bureau data,the people who are most likely to cohabit are:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Based on Census Bureau data,the people who...

Question 6

In regard to housework,sociologist Arlie Hochschild notes that:

Accepted Answer

Arlie Hochschild notes that even when husbands share some of the household responsibilities, they typically spend much less time in these activities than do their wives. This suggests that domestic work is still largely seen as the responsibility of women, and that gender inequality persists in domestic labor. Option A is not correct, as research has shown that although men are doing more than in the past, women still do the majority of domestic work. Option B is not correct as deadlines for household tasks are largely arbitrary and can vary greatly depending on individual households. Option D is not correct as the amount of unpaid housework that women do varies depending on numerous factors such as age, marital status, household income, and the number of children in the household.

Question 7

In regard to women's and men's perceptions about romantic love,sociologist Francesca Cancian points out that:

Accepted Answer

Francesca Cancian's research suggests that men often express love through actions rather than verbal expressions, such as performing tasks or favors for their partners.

Question 8

__________ percent of all marriages in the United States are dual-earner marriages,in which both spouses are in the labor force.

Accepted Answer

According to statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), over 50% of all marriages in the United States are dual-earner marriages. This means that both spouses are in the labor force and contribute financially to the household income.

Question 9

The National Health and Social Life Survey,conducted by the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago,reported all of the following findings EXCEPT that:

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The answer of The National Health and Social Life Survey,conducted...

Question 10

Another characteristic of the postmodern family is __________,where the boundaries between the public sphere (the workplace) and the private sphere (the home) are becoming much more open and flexible.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Another characteristic of the postmodern family is...

Question 11

According to ________ theories,we have experienced a significant decline in the influence of the family and other social institutions.

Accepted Answer

Postmodern theories suggest that traditional social institutions, such as the family, have declined in influence in modern societies. Functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism do not necessarily focus on this specific aspect of society.

Question 12

Sociologist Arlie Hochschild refers to the __________ as the domestic work that employed women perform at home after they complete their workday on the job.

Accepted Answer

Arlie Hochschild coined the term "second shift" to describe the domestic work and caregiving responsibilities that working women face when they return home from their paid jobs. This term highlights the burden of unpaid labor that often falls heavily on women, despite their participation in the workforce.

Question 13

Kissing is found primarily in Western cultures; many African and Asian cultures view kissing negatively.This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Kissing is found primarily in Western cultures;...

Question 14

Family life ___________ by the decreasing distinction between what is work time and what is family time as more people are connected 24/7.

Accepted Answer

As more people are connected 24/7, the decreasing distinction between what is work time and what is family time may lead to negative effects on family life. It can blur the boundaries between work and home, leading to increased stress and less time for family activities and relationships.

Question 15

Social scientist David Elkind describes the postmodern family as __________-capable of being diffused or invaded in such a manner that an entity's original purpose is modified or changed.

Accepted Answer

Elkind describes the postmodern family as permeable, meaning that boundaries and roles within the family can be easily penetrated or changed. This can lead to a modification or alteration of the family's original purpose or function. The other choices (B, C, and D) do not accurately reflect Elkind's description of the postmodern family.

Question 16

__________ refers to household arrangements in which an unmarried couple lives together in a committed,sexually intimate relationship and is granted the same rights and benefits as those accorded to married heterosexual couples.

Accepted Answer

Domestic partnership refers to household arrangements in which an unmarried couple lives together in a committed, sexually intimate relationship and is granted the same rights and benefits as those accorded to married heterosexual couples.

Question 17

In 2010,more than __________ percent of employed mothers with children under age 6 worked full-time.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In 2010,more than __________ percent of employed...

Question 18

Although __________ is an integral part of many intimate relationships,perceptions about sexual activities vary from one culture to the next and from one time period to another.

Accepted Answer

The sentence refers to "sexual activities" and "perceptions" which suggest that the missing word relates to sexuality. Promiscuity and kissing are specific acts that fall under the broad category of sexuality, while love is not necessarily a sexual act. Therefore, the best answer is sexuality.

Question 19

The United States has been described as a "nation of lovers." Our ideal culture emphasizes __________,which refers to a deep emotion,the satisfaction of significant needs,a caring for and acceptance of the person we love,and involvement in an intimate relationship.

Accepted Answer

The description of "a deep emotion, the satisfaction of significant needs, a caring for and acceptance of the person we love, and involvement in an intimate relationship" suggests the concept of romantic love. While marriage and cohabitation can be associated with romantic love, they do not fully capture the depth and complexity of the emotion. Sexual lust focuses solely on physical desire, rather than the emotional and psychological aspects of a loving relationship.

Question 20

In 2004,___________ became the first state to make same-sex marriages legal.

Accepted Answer

Massachusetts became the first state to make same-sex marriages legal in 2004.

Quiz 15: Families and Intimate Relationships