Question 1

WHistorical events and conditions affect

Accepted Answer

Historical events and conditions can impact the options, decisions, and everyday lives of families regardless of ethnicity. These events can include economic downturns, conflicts and wars, policy changes, and natural disasters.

Question 2

During the 1950s, men earned enough money to support a family, which the text refers to as a(n)

Accepted Answer

The text specifically refers to a "family wage" as the amount of money earned by men during the 1950s to support a family.

Question 3

The text defines this term as "the opportunities one has for education and work, whether one can afford to marry, the schools that children attend, and a family's health care":

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Life chances refer to the opportunities and advantages a person has in life such as education, employment, healthcare, and social status. The other options listed do not accurately describe this concept.

Question 4

The cultural revolution of the 1960s encouraged more __________ perspectives.

Accepted Answer

The cultural revolution of the 1960s was characterized by a rejection of traditional norms and values, and a focus on individualism and personal freedom. This led to the rise of countercultural movements, such as the hippie movement, which emphasized self-expression and nonconformity. Therefore, the cultural revolution of the 1960s encouraged more individualistic perspectives.

Question 5

The text points out that, as the proportion of children declines,

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The text states that as the proportion of children declines, neighborhoods are less likely to contain children. This means that areas where families with children reside will decrease, resulting in neighborhoods with fewer children.

Question 6

Almost __________ percent of families in the United States were classified as "working poor" in 2004 (at least one wage earner, but below poverty-level incomes).

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In 2004, approximately 7 percent of families in the United States were classified as "working poor," meaning they had at least one wage earner but still had incomes below the poverty level.

Question 7

The generation called ___________ (born 1946-1964) has had a powerful impact on American society, giving us the cultural and sexual revolutions of "the sixties" as they moved from adolescence to young adulthood in the Vietnam War era.

Accepted Answer

The term "baby boomers" is commonly used to refer to the generation born between 1946 and 1964. This generation experienced a significant increase in birth rates after World War II, hence the term "baby boomers." This generation also played a major role in shaping American society during the 1960s with their activism and cultural revolution.

Question 8

During the 1960s and 1970s, marriage rates

Accepted Answer

During the 1960s and 1970s, marriage rates dramatically declined due to changing societal attitudes towards marriage, women's liberation movements, and increased opportunities for women to pursue education and careers.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT one of the positive consequences of increased longevity identified in the text?

Accepted Answer

The text states that increasing numbers of elderly people being cared for by a smaller group of middle-aged and young adults is actually a negative consequence of increased longevity, as it puts pressure on caregivers and can lead to social and economic problems. The other options, B, C, and D, are all positive consequences of increased longevity identified in the text.

Question 10

Being at war does affect American families, since __________ of U.S. service members are married, and almost __________ have children.

Accepted Answer

Half of U.S. service members are married, and almost three quarters have children, indicating a significant impact on American families during wartime.

Question 11

Our current history entails adapting to war overseas and the __________ of the economy.

Accepted Answer

The phrase "adapting to war overseas and the globalization of the economy" reflects the interconnectedness and global nature of modern economic systems, which is a significant aspect of contemporary history.

Question 12

According to a photograph in the text, families who have a parent deployed in Iraq due to the war sometimes use a __________ as a reminder and emotional focus for the duration of that family member's absence.

Accepted Answer

The text mentions "flat daddy" or "flat mommy" as a visual reminder and emotional focus for families who have a parent deployed in Iraq, supported by a photograph in the text showing children holding life-sized cardboard cutouts of their deployed parent.

Question 13

An American child born in 2006 is expected to live to the age of

Accepted Answer

According to the CDC, the life expectancy for an American child born in 2006 is 78 years.

Question 14

The end of World War II was followed by __________ in the divorce rate.

Accepted Answer

After World War II, there was a significant increase in the divorce rate as many couples who had married quickly before or during the war found themselves incompatible once the war ended and normal life resumed.

Question 15

The social context in which today's families live out their opportunities and choices includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The interpersonal interactions within the family are an integral part of the social context in which families operate. However, race/ethnicity, our nation's recent history, and the economy also significantly shape this context. Therefore, the correct answer is option C, which is the only choice that does not describe a relevant factor that affects the social context of families.

Question 16

In 2008, the top 20 percent of U.S. families received __________ percent of the nation's total income.

Accepted Answer

According to the 2008 Census Bureau data, the top 20% of U.S. families received 50.3% of the nation's total income.

Question 17

The text identifies which of the following as one of the most dramatic developments of the twentieth century?

Accepted Answer

The text identifies the increased longevity of our population as one of the most dramatic developments of the twentieth century. This is because people are living much longer than they used to, which has a significant impact on a variety of societal factors such as healthcare, retirement, and family dynamics.

Question 18

Which of the following has the highest family incomes?

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Married couple families with wives in the labor force have the highest family incomes on average because they have two earners contributing to the household income. A) Married couple families in which the wife is not in the labor force only have one earner and therefore a lower income on average. C) Male-headed families may have only one earner or both partners may be earning, but the average income is still lower than married couple families with both partners earning. D) Female-headed families typically have only one earner and are more likely to be living in poverty compared to other family types.

Question 19

According to the text, the military is a more "family friendly" setting (at least in peacetime) than the civilian world, and has several benefits and support systems for families. Which of the following is NOT one of these?

Accepted Answer

The text mentions benefits such as family housing, extensive health insurance, and day care/school age activity centers for older children. However, it does not mention longer deployments overseas as a family friendly benefit. In fact, longer deployments can be challenging for families and can create stress on relationships.

Question 20

According to the text's discussion of social class differences among marriages,

Accepted Answer

The text states that working-class couples tend to emphasize values associated with parenthood and job stability, which may lead them to be more traditional in gender role ideology. Additionally, working-class parents tend to value self-direction and initiative in their children. The text does not mention white-collar partners being less inclined to value self-expression, or middle-class parents stressing obedience and conformity.

Quiz 3: American Families in Social Context