Question 1

The double disadvantage that many ethnic minorities face is:

Accepted Answer

Ethnic minorities often face prejudice and discrimination which can lead to economic disadvantages, trapping them in poverty. The two factors are mutually reinforcing and can limit access to education, employment, and housing opportunities. Acceptance and wealth are not usually associated with the experiences of ethnic minorities.

Question 2

A national survey revealed that _____ percent of 18- to 24-year-olds had created a profile on a social networking site and _____ percent of them visited a social networking site several times a day.

Accepted Answer

According to the percentages given, 81 percent of 18- to 24-year-olds had created a profile on a social networking site and 31 percent of them visited a social networking site several times a day. The other choices do not match the given percentages.

Question 3

Which of the following statements about the trends in juvenile delinquency in the U.S.is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

In 2005, females did not account for about half of the delinquency caseloads; the majority involved males.

Question 4

According to a recent study of 8- to 12-year-old girls,a higher level of face-to-face communication was associated with:

Accepted Answer

The study found that a higher level of face-to-face communication was associated with positive social-well-being indicators among 8- to 12-year-old girls. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. B, C, and D are incorrect as they contradict the findings of the study.

Question 5

Which of the following are mainly driving the increased media use by adolescents?

Accepted Answer

Mobile media, such as smartphones and tablets, are the main driver of increased media use by adolescents. They provide easy access to various forms of media and social networking sites, making it easier for adolescents to stay connected with their peers and consume entertainment content. Newspapers and desktop computers are not as popular among adolescents, and internet cafes are not as commonly used due to the widespread availability of personal devices.

Question 6

According to two recent studies about the role of parents in guiding adolescents' use of the Internet and other media,both maternal and paternal _____ parenting predicted proactive monitoring of adolescent media use,including restriction of certain media from adolescent use and parent-adolescent discussion of exposure to questionable media content.

Accepted Answer

The term "authoritative" is used to describe a parenting style characterized by high levels of both warmth and control. This style of parenting typically involves setting clear boundaries and expectations for behavior, while also being responsive to children's emotional needs and providing support and guidance. The studies suggest that parents who adopt an authoritative style are more likely to proactively monitor their children's media use and have open discussions about media content with their adolescents. Neglectful parenting (A) involves low levels of both warmth and control, while indulgent parenting (B) is characterized by high levels of warmth but low levels of control. Authoritarian parenting (D) involves high levels of control and low levels of warmth, and may not be as effective at promoting healthy media use behaviors as the authoritative style.

Question 7

Based on the 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation survey,adding up the daily media use figures to obtain weekly media use leads to the staggering levels of more than _____ hours a week of media use by 11- to 14-year-olds.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Based on the 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation...

Question 8

According to the 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation survey,media use jumps more than _____ in early adolescence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation...

Question 9

Dylan does his homework in front of the television,while listening to music on his iPhone and also simultaneously text messaging his friends.This is indicative of a major trend in the use of technology known as:

Accepted Answer

Media multitasking refers to the use of multiple forms of media at the same time. This includes activities such as watching television while browsing the internet or listening to music while working on a computer. Dylan's behavior of doing his homework while watching television, listening to music, and texting friends on his iPhone is an example of media multitasking.

Question 10

The idea that immigrant youths have a higher level of well-being and fewer problems than native-born youth is associated with the:

Accepted Answer

The idea that immigrant youths have a higher level of well-being and fewer problems than native-born youth is associated with the "immigrant paradox" model, also referred to as the "healthy immigrant effect" or "epidemiological paradox." It suggests that even though immigrants might face various obstacles such as language barriers, discrimination, or acculturation stress, their health outcomes tend to be better than those of natives with similar characteristics due to protective factors such as stronger family connections, cultural values, and social support. The other options are not directly related to this phenomenon.

Question 11

Juanita is a Mexican-American immigrant whose family lives below the poverty line.As an adolescent,Jaunita is likely to experience:

Accepted Answer

Juanita is likely to experience prejudice because of her minority status and poverty due to her family's economic situation. Discrimination and wealth are unlikely for her as an immigrant living below the poverty line. Likewise, acceptance and wealth are also unlikely because of her economic status.

Question 12

The double disadvantage suffered by ethnic minority adolescents consists of:

Accepted Answer

The double disadvantage suffered by ethnic minority adolescents consists of prejudice and poverty. They often face discrimination and bias due to their race or ethnicity, which can limit their opportunities and create additional barriers to success. At the same time, many ethnic minority families also struggle with poverty, which can make it difficult to access resources and support that are necessary for positive development. This combination of prejudice and poverty creates a significant disadvantage for ethnic minority adolescents. The other answer choices do not accurately describe the double disadvantage.

Question 13

Based on the 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation survey,adding up the daily media use figures to obtain weekly media use leads to almost _____ hours a week by 15- to 18-year-olds.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Based on the 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation...

Question 14

According to the 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation survey,which of the following groups use media for the longest time during a day?

Accepted Answer

The 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation survey found that 11- to 14-year-olds use media for the longest time during a day compared to other age groups.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT one of the barriers facing many immigrant families?

Accepted Answer

Freedom of speech is not typically considered a barrier facing immigrant families. However, language barriers, dislocation and separation from support networks, and undocumented status are all common barriers faced by immigrant families.

Question 16

As of 2010,which of the following is the most frequently visited Internet site?

Accepted Answer

As of 2010, Facebook was the most frequently visited Internet site with over 500 million active users. MySpace had already experienced a decline in popularity, Yahoo! was a popular search engine and email provider but not a social networking site, and while Google was a commonly used search engine, it was not a social networking site either.

Question 17

Which of the following is the primary way that most adolescents connect with parents?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is the primary...

Question 18

A recent study of 8- to 12-year-old girls found that a higher level of media multitasking was linked to:

Accepted Answer

The study found that higher levels of media multitasking were linked to negative social well-being in 8- to 12-year-old girls.

Question 19

Which of the following is the main way that adolescents connect with their friends?

Accepted Answer

Text messaging is the main way that adolescents connect with their friends, as it allows for quick and easy communication. While phone calls and email may still be used, they are less popular among younger generations compared to text messaging. Instant messaging may also be used, but it is less prevalent than text messaging.

Question 20

The 2009 Kaiser Family Foundation survey,which included more than 2,000 8- to 18-year-olds,documented that adolescent media use has _____ in the last decade.

Accepted Answer

The sentence says that adolescent media use has increased in the last decade, so the correct answer is C (increased dramatically).

Quiz 10: Socioemotional Development in Adolescence