Question 1

One of the recent trends around the world, according to Bert Adams, is that there is a decline in the value parents place on obedience to parental authority, and more emphasis placed on children's independence and personal responsibility.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true according to Bert Adams.

Question 2

About one in _________ lesbian couples and one in __________ gay couples are raising children.

Accepted Answer

The answer of About one in _________ lesbian couples and...

Question 3

Some family allowances supplement the incomes of poor and modest income families with children as a means of reducing or preventing poverty. This is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Vertical equity refers to the principle of redistributing resources to achieve greater equality, often by providing more support to those with lower incomes, such as through family allowances for poor and modest income families.

Question 4

The teenage birthrate is declining among Whites and Hispanics, but is rising slightly among Blacks.

Accepted Answer

The teenage birthrate has been declining across all racial and ethnic groups, including Whites, Hispanics, and Blacks, according to recent data trends.

Question 5

Charles Horton Cooley and George Herbert Mead identified four (4)stages of cognitive development: sensorimotor intelligence, open operational thought, concrete operational thought, and formal operational thought.

Accepted Answer

Although Cooley and Mead were influential sociologists, they did not identify stages of cognitive development. This is a theory associated with Jean Piaget, a developmental psychologist.

Question 6

The higher the level of parental income, the more likely are children to be involved in gifted classes, clubs, and special lessons.

Accepted Answer

This statement is supported by research on the achievement gap and disparities in access to gifted and talented education programs. Children from families with higher levels of income are more likely to have access to resources that can support their academic and personal development, such as private tutors, special classes, and extracurricular activities. Lower-income students may not have the same opportunities due to financial constraints or lack of information about available programs.

Question 7

Nils lives in a country that has a family allowance to accomplish an important objective: horizontal equity. This means:

Accepted Answer

Horizontal equity refers to the idea of treating equals equally. In the context of family allowances, it means that households with the same income level and family structure should be treated similarly. By providing financial support to families with children, the government recognizes that child-rearing is a costly endeavor that places a heavier burden on families. Therefore, family allowances represent a redistribution of income from households without children to those with children, creating a fairer and more equitable society.

Question 8

Kevin's mother is very strict, punitive, and not very warm, which is referred to as an authoritative parenting style.

Accepted Answer

The description of Kevin's mother's parenting style matches that of an authoritarian parenting style, which is characterized by strict rules, harsh punishments, and low warmth and support. Authoritative parenting, on the other hand, involves setting clear boundaries and rules while also being warm, responsive, and supportive towards the child.

Question 9

Among children of all ages, mothers are far more involved than fathers in physical child care, even when both work full-time outside the home, while fathers spend a greater proportion of their time in play.

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that mothers tend to spend more time on physical child care tasks such as feeding, bathing, and dressing, even when they work full-time outside the home. Fathers, on the other hand, tend to spend a greater proportion of their time in play and leisure activities with their children. However, this is a general trend and there are certainly exceptions and variations among families.

Question 10

Socialization refers to the lifelong process through which we acquire the cultural values and skills needed to function as human beings and to participate in society.

Accepted Answer

Socialization is a lifelong process through which individuals learn and internalize the cultural norms, values, beliefs, and expectations of their society or community. It is a critical process as it enables individuals to develop and acquire the social skills, attitudes, and behaviors necessary for interacting and participating in their social, economic, and political environments.

Question 11

The feature box,"We Have Love Bouncing Off the Walls at Our House," reveals some of the satisfaction, personal growth, and love that a new mom experiences, but these are not without some personal and professional costs.

Accepted Answer

The feature box mentions the satisfaction, personal growth, and love that a new mom experiences, but also hints at some personal and professional costs, such as sleepless nights and putting career aspirations on hold.

Question 12

Which group of children is most likely to live with a single parent?

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Black children are most likely to live with a single parent, with 65% of Black children living in single-parent households.

Question 13

A transnational family is a family with its members divided and living within multiple nations.

Accepted Answer

A transnational family is a family that is separated by national borders, with members living in different countries. They maintain connections and relationships across these borders, often through regular communication and visits. This can occur due to many reasons such as work opportunities, immigration, education, or marriage to a foreigner.

Question 14

Although most aspects of parenting differ little between heterosexual and homosexual families, gays and lesbians do have several unique aspects with respect to raising children. Which is NOT one of these unique aspects?

Accepted Answer

The statement that "Lesbians are less committed to sons than to daughters, and gays are less committed to daughters than sons" is not supported by research, therefore it is not one of the unique aspects of parenting for homosexual families.

Question 15

In a comparison of 22 countries, child poverty in single-parent families is highest in what country/countries?

Accepted Answer

The United States has one of the highest rates of child poverty in single-parent families among developed countries.

Question 16

What are some of the characteristics of grandparents who take care of their grandchildren?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that most grandparents who take care of their grandchildren assume it will be temporary, but end up being the primary caregivers until the child reaches adulthood. Choices A and D are incorrect as physical abuse is not always a factor in grandparents taking over care and not all grandparents are over the age of 70. Choice C is partially true, as coresident grandmothers do outnumber grandfathers, but not by such a large margin (it is closer to 2 to 1). Choice E is incorrect as grandchildren raised by their grandparents are actually more likely to live in poverty than other children.

Question 17

Children who live with their grandparents seem to have higher rates of poverty and other problems in what types of contexts?

Accepted Answer

When the grandparents are the primary caregivers, and the parents are absent, children are at a higher risk of poverty and other problems. This is because the grandparents may be financially and emotionally strained by the responsibility of raising their grandchildren alone. In contrast, when the parents are present and the grandparents are providing support, the children may not necessarily experience these issues. The other choices - children living with a single grandmother or grandfather when the parents are present - do not necessarily imply higher rates of poverty and problems, as it would depend on various factors such as the financial and emotional stability of the caregiver and their ability to provide for the child's needs.

Question 18

The declines in teen pregnancy have occurred among which racial and ethnic groups?

Accepted Answer

The declines in teen pregnancy have occurred among all racial and ethnic groups, including Blacks, Whites, Hispanics, American Indians, and Asian/Pacific Islanders.

Question 19

A family allowance (or a child allowance):

Accepted Answer

Family allowances are typically universal cash benefits provided to families with children to help offset the costs of raising them.

Question 20

"Minority teaching process" refers to the process of teaching racial and ethnic minority children about prejudice and discrimination, and the coping skills necessary to develop and maintain a strong and healthy self-image.

Accepted Answer

The answer of "Minority teaching process" refers to the process of...

Quiz 10: Raising Children