Question 1

What percentage of American emerging adults "return to the nest" to live at least once after they initially left?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 40% of American emerging adults "return to the nest" at least once after they initially leave. This phenomenon reflects various economic, educational, and personal factors influencing young adults' decisions to move back in with their parents.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the feelings of an emerging adult and his or her parent(s) as the young person leaves the home?

Accepted Answer

"Absence makes the heart grow fonder" best describes the mixed emotions felt by both the emerging adult and their parent(s) as they navigate the transition of leaving the home. While there may be some sadness or anxiety about the separation, it is also a time of excitement and anticipation for both parties.

Question 3

Scholars suggest that leaving home leads young people to __________.

Accepted Answer

According to the context, scholars suggest that leaving home leads young people to appreciate their parents more.

Question 4

What percentage of American emerging adults report believing in an afterlife, which in turn parallels the same percentage of Danish who believe in an afterlife?

Accepted Answer

According to the text, both American emerging adults and Danish people report a belief in an afterlife at a rate of 68%.

Question 5

Your roommate is Jewish and you and he have had some very involved and interesting conversations regarding religion.After many such discussions, you realize that although your roommate indicates that he is Jewish, he really does not believe, practice, or adhere to much of Judaism.From your knowledge of emerging adults, are his thoughts typical?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that emerging adults who identify with a particular religion may not necessarily adhere to all the beliefs or practices of that religion. They often pick and choose what aspects they find meaningful and relevant to their own lives. This may be influenced by factors such as personal experiences, family background, and peers.

Question 6

The leaders of politically extreme groups are usually in midlife or older.Who are their most zealous followers?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The leaders of politically extreme groups are...

Question 7

__________ tend to be more religious than __________.

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently shown that African Americans are more likely to be religious or to believe in God than Whites. This trend is often attributed to the history of oppression and marginalization that African Americans have faced in the United States, as well as the role that religion played in many Black communities during times of struggle and resistance.

Question 8

During emerging adulthood, most individuals describe their friendships with others as being __________.

Accepted Answer

During emerging adulthood, individuals often have increased opportunities for socializing and exploring different types of relationships. Many report having especially close friendships during this time.

Question 9

Fifteen percent of Americans classify themselves as __________, a view which embraces the notion that something is out there, perhaps a God or a spiritual force, but there is a sense of not knowing which ideas to believe.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Fifteen percent of Americans classify themselves as...

Question 10

In most Western majority cultures, most young people move out of their parents' home sometime __________, with __________ being the least likely to remain living at home.

Accepted Answer

In most Western majority cultures, young people typically move out in their late teens, and Whites are statistically the least likely to remain living at home compared to other ethnic groups.

Question 11

From the textbook, which of the following is an explanation of why emerging adults in Europe have a low rate of political participation?

Accepted Answer

The text explains that one reason for the low rate of political participation among emerging adults in Europe is their low levels of trust in political authorities and the political system.

Question 12

__________ promoted emotional closeness for young women, whereas for young men __________ was/were usually the basis of feeling emotional closeness.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that for young women, self-disclosure promotes emotional closeness, whereas for young men, shared activities are typically the basis of feeling emotional closeness.

Question 13

Which group of individuals in the United States most often commits racial violence in the name of white nationalism and white supremacy?

Accepted Answer

Research and history have shown that white nationalist and white supremacist violence is most frequently committed by young, white men in their late teens and early 20s, the group commonly referred to as "emerging adults." This demographic has been found to be most susceptible to extremist ideologies and radicalization. While there have been instances of violence committed by other groups, white nationalist and white supremacist violence is most consistently perpetrated by this demographic.

Question 14

What percentage of Italians aged 15 to 24 live with their parents?

Accepted Answer

According to a 2018 report by the Italian National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT), 94% of Italians aged 15 to 24 live with their parents.

Question 15

Which of the following individuals is more likely to devote a year or two to volunteer programs such as the Peace Corps or to political extremes, including protests, revolutionary movements, and terrorism?

Accepted Answer

Stanton, a 23-year-old, is more likely to engage in such activities due to being in a life stage where individuals often explore their identities, beliefs, and are more open to taking risks or committing to causes they believe in. This age group is typically more involved in activism and volunteerism.

Question 16

You finished college last year and have not been able to find a job.As a result, you have moved back home with your parents.At first, you were worried that the transition back would cause considerable conflict, but it has not.Although you know that this is only a temporary situation, what is one of the most likely reasons that it is going well?

Accepted Answer

The most likely reason that the transition back home is going well is that the parents are recognizing that the individual is an adult and treating them accordingly. This shows that there is mutual respect between the parents and the individual and they are able to coexist without any conflicts. It is important for parents to recognize and acknowledge the growth and independence of their children.

Question 17

In what developed countries do emerging adults tend to live with their parents longer than in the United States?

Accepted Answer

In European countries, it is more common for emerging adults to live with their parents longer than in the United States. This is partly due to cultural norms and the high cost of living, particularly in urban areas. Many emerging adults in Europe continue to live with their parents until they are able to afford their own homes, often with the help of parental financial support.

Question 18

What percentage of emerging adults who return to their parents' home move out again within 1 year?

Accepted Answer

According to the National Survey of Families and Households, about 66% of emerging adults who return to their parents' home move out again within 1 year.

Question 19

Your 18-year-old sister has been very involved in volunteer work while in college.She has been involved with several different organizations.Is her behavior considerably different than that other college freshmen in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Your 18-year-old sister has been very involved...

Question 20

The collapse of communism began in Eastern Europe in 1989 and was initiated by __________.

Accepted Answer

The collapse of communism in Eastern Europe in 1989 was largely initiated by individuals who were in their emerging adulthood, particularly university students who were demanding more political freedom, economic opportunity, and human rights.

Quiz 9: Emerging Adulthood