Question 1

A fundamental premise of the original Social Security System was that the recipients

Accepted Answer

The original Social Security System was designed with the assumption that the primary recipients would be men, as they were typically the breadwinners in families during that era.

Question 2

___________ advocates maintain that the rise of the dual-earner couple has created a harried lifestyle that should be eased for the sake of parents and children.

Accepted Answer

Liberal advocates often support policies aimed at assisting working parents and easing the burden of child-rearing responsibilities.

Question 3

Since the mid-twentieth century, all the following reasons have made it possible for women to live full lives outside of marriage except

Accepted Answer

B

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true about the liberals' viewpoint on family policies?

Accepted Answer

Liberals believe that economic change, such as the rise of dual-income households and the decline in traditional gender roles, has led to changes in family structures and dynamics. They typically support policies that address income inequality and provide support for working parents such as paid parental leave and affordable childcare. They generally support same-sex marriage and reproductive rights, and are not in favor of restrictive state laws.

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true about the Social Security Act of 1935?

Accepted Answer

The Social Security Act of 1935 included a system of pensions for the elderly, as well as unemployment insurance and welfare programs. It was not primarily designed with female recipients in mind, although women were eligible for benefits. It was also not established to oppose the breadwinner-homemaker family system, but rather to provide a safety net for all Americans. The act did not initially provide unemployment benefits specifically for women.

Question 6

The family wage system was based on the concept that women's and men's roles in the family split between

Accepted Answer

The family wage system was based on the idea that the man of the family was the breadwinner, or the wage earner, while the woman of the family was the homemaker, or someone who remained at home to take care of the household and children. Therefore, the roles split between homemakers and breadwinners.

Question 7

Until the depression in the United States, the government felt that it __________ (in) family affairs.

Accepted Answer

Before the depression, the government followed a laissez-faire policy, which believed in non-intervention in the economy or individuals' lives. Therefore, the best choice is A, that the government should not intervene in family affairs.

Question 8

_____ American families, including middle-class families, receive ________ government assistance.

Accepted Answer

Most American families receive substantial government assistance through various forms, including tax deductions, social security, healthcare benefits, and educational grants.

Question 9

Most government involvement in family support is based on a concern about

Accepted Answer

Government involvement in family support is often based on a concern about dependents, especially the most vulnerable members of society, such as children and the elderly. This may include providing financial assistance, healthcare, education, and other services to ensure that families are able to meet basic needs and maintain healthy relationships. While votes may also be a factor in some cases, the primary concern is typically centered on supporting those who are most in need.

Question 10

Those in the government who oppose partial-birth abortion are most likely

Accepted Answer

Opposition to partial-birth abortion is often associated with conservative beliefs and values, such as a focus on protecting the rights of the unborn and a belief in the importance of traditional family values. While there may be individuals across the political spectrum who oppose this procedure, it is generally those who identify as conservatives who are most likely to do so.

Question 11

A conservative politician would disagree with which of the following statements?

Accepted Answer

Conservatives generally uphold traditional values and support pro-life policies, so they would not support the legalization of partial-birth abortion. They would likely agree with the other statements as they align with conservative values of limited government intervention in personal and economic matters.

Question 12

Families living in shallow poverty are

Accepted Answer

Shallow poverty refers to families who have incomes between 50 percent and 100 percent of the federal poverty line. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect because families in shallow poverty can have working members but may still struggle financially. Option C is incorrect because a family with an income less than 10 percent of the federal poverty line falls under the category of deep poverty. Option D is incorrect because families in shallow poverty are still eligible for general government benefits, even though they may receive fewer benefits than those living in deep poverty.

Question 13

According to Cherlin, the debate over marriage promotion includes all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Cherlin does not mention the debate over marriage promotion in terms of keeping the family wage system working, as this is more related to the economic aspect of family life rather than the promotion of marriage. The other options are all mentioned as topics of debate in the context of promoting marriage.

Question 14

Which of the following statements is true about the conservatives' viewpoint on family policies?

Accepted Answer

Conservatives generally support heterosexual, marriage-based families as the ideal family unit. They may also support traditional gender roles within these families.

Question 15

The program of financial assistance to low-income, single-parent families that has become commonly known as "welfare" has been modified from

Accepted Answer

Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) was replaced by Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) in 1996. TANF includes more work requirements and time limits, and is aimed at helping families become self-sufficient. The other options listed are either different programs or not related to single-parent families.

Question 16

Families living in deep poverty are most likely to

Accepted Answer

Families living in deep poverty are defined as having family incomes that are less than 50 percent of the federal poverty line. This means they are living with the lowest level of income and facing the most severe economic challenges.

Question 17

Which of the following families traditionally has the highest poverty rates?

Accepted Answer

According to data from the US Census Bureau, African American families have consistently had the highest poverty rates among the listed groups. In 2019, 18.8% of African American families lived in poverty, compared to 15.7% of Hispanic families, 7.3% of white families, and 10.1% of Asian American families.

Question 18

Those considered to be the most undeserving poor in our country are

Accepted Answer

The unemployed, able-bodied men are often perceived as the most undeserving poor because they are seen as capable of supporting themselves but unwilling to work. This stereotype ignores the complex reasons why people may struggle to find employment, such as lack of education or discrimination. Additionally, other groups such as children and widows may face even greater social stigma and barriers to accessing resources.

Question 19

The 1973 Supreme Court decision in the case of _______ ruled that women had the constitutional right to terminate a pregnancy by abortion.

Accepted Answer

The case of Roe v. Wade was a landmark decision by the Supreme Court in 1973 that ruled that a woman has the constitutional right to terminate a pregnancy by abortion. The decision struck down many state and federal restrictions on abortion and has had a significant impact on reproductive rights in the United States.

Question 20

The major drop in TANF in caseloads the last few years has not been caused by

Accepted Answer

The major drop in TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) caseloads in recent years has been influenced by factors such as new rules of welfare reform, a strong economy, and wage support mechanisms like the Earned Income Tax Credit. These factors have helped reduce the number of people needing assistance. However, the number of single-parent families has not significantly decreased and thus would not be a primary cause of the reduction in TANF caseloads.

Quiz 14: The Family, the State, and Social Policy