Page: 1 (Multiple Choice)
- Question : (TCO 1) The “cult of domesticity” refers to
- Question : (TCO 1) One reason for the existence of the incest taboo in most societies is to
- Question : (TCO 2) Used in sociological research on the family, _____ can provide a comprehensive and holistic understanding of social events within a single setting.
- Question : (TCO 2) In an address to a group of high school students, a speaker employees the analogy of the body, with its various parts and subsystems all working together in explaining one of the theoretical approaches in sociology. This would be the _____ perspective.
- Question : (TCO 3) Which of the following defines gender identity?
- Question : (TCO 3) Sex is determined by _____ factors; gender identity and gender roles are influenced by _____ factors.
- Question : (TCO 4) Soon after they met, Sharon shared with Brad some very sensitive information about her background. According to Reiss’s wheel theory of love, this sharing by Sharon can be classified as
- Question : (TCO 4) In trying to determine the seriousness of his relationship with Vicky, Brent carefully analyzes what he is putting into the relationship versus what he is getting out of it. The theory of love that would best explain Brent’s approach is
- Question : (TCO 4) Sociologists use the term _____ to refer loosely to the wide range of behaviors and social relationships individuals engage in prior to marriage and that lead to long or shortterm pairing or coupling.
- Question : (TCO 4) Sociologists use the term “sex ratio” to describe the
- Question : (TCO 4) For most men, masturbation is a _____ to sexual intercourse, whereas for women, it is a(n) _____.
- Question : (TCO 4) Coitus refers to
- Question : (TCO 3) During the 3 years that they lived together, John had agreed to assist Mary with her college expenses. Now that they are separated, he is refusing to keep this agreement. On what grounds could Mary sue John?
- Question : (TCO 3) Sociologist Peter Stein refers to the negative factors that influence an individual to remain single as
- Question : (TCO 4) Which perspective views marriage as a sacrament?
- Question : (TCO 4) Prior to getting married, Phillip and Nicole outlined in writing their expenditures, role responsibilities, and obligations in the marriage. The term used to describe this arrangement is
- Question : (TCO 2) A national study by researchers at Ohio State University concluded that children reared by single mothers were doing _____ in comparison with those reared by single fathers.
- Question : (TCO 2) The distribution and use of contraceptives in the United States was illegal in the latter half of the _____ century.
- Question : (TCO 3) In 1993, Congress passed the _____ Act, which allows either parent to take up to 3 months of unpaid leave for births, adoptions, and family emergencies.
- Question : (TCO 3) David’s mother is a high school graduate who has never worked outside of the home. Although she has often thought of leaving her husband, an aloof executive, she very likely remains in the relationship primarily because of her fears of
- Question : (TCO 6) Much of the violence perpetrated against children and women continues because of longstanding cultural acceptance of the idea that
- Question : (TCO 6) According to the text, if a society tolerates unsolicited pinching of a woman’s behind, wolf whistles, and lewd remarks, what is likely to occur?
- Question : (TCO 2) It took Angela several months after the breakup of her marriage to accept the fact that she was now single again. This situation would be accurately defined as _____ divorce.
- Question : (TCO 2) Some states require the couple seeking divorce to attend conciliation counseling sessions. This is done to
- Question : (TCO 5) Which approach to budgeting the family resources is most likely to unify the stepfamily?
- Question : (TCO 5) Which of the following are three ways children can contribute to the dissolution of remarriages?
- Question : (TCO 1) According to researchers, gender appears to play an important role in the quality of relationships between elderly parents and their children. Studies support which of the following?
- Question : (TCO 1) Which of the following represent the most common mental health problems among the elderly?
- Question : (TCO 5) _____ racism consists of established laws, customs, and practices that systematically reflect and produce racial inequalities in a society, whether or not the individuals maintaining these practices have racist intentions.
- Question : (TCO 5) The ongoing desire to be more competitive and profitable has led companies originally started in one country to open branches or production facilities in other countries. These _____ are not under the control of any one nation.
Page: 2 (Essay)
- Question : (TCO 1) What are some of the inherent problems involved in discussing the notion that there is a single standard for the “American family?”
- Question : (TCO 6) Terrorism is becoming a problem that is “closer to home.” Give some recent examples of domestic terrorism. Why do you think these incidents are so frightening to Americans?
- Question : (TCO 2) Identify and discuss the new reproductive technologies. What are some of the concerns related to each?
- Question : (TCO 3) Identify and discuss the specific ways parents socialize children along gender lines.
- Question : (TCO 4) Present a convincing discussion on the importance of love.