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TECA 1303 Chapter 3 Evaluation part I

True & False

Mark A if the statement is true.  Mark B if the statement is false

32. Family structure for individuals is almost always permanent.
33. The term family describes many different household groupings.
34. The single-parent family can have several structural variations.
35. Cultural concepts of what constitutes a Òproper familyÓ where not altered over the 20th century.
36. Even though they are poor, underclass individuals and families in America have access to nutrition and
      health care services.
37. Values in working class families usually differ from those presented in schools.
38. African-Americans constitute the largest ethnic minority group in the U.S.

Multiple Choice

39. Which of the following statements regarding changes in family patterns in the United States is not true?
a. The single-parent family is becoming a common family grouping in the United States today.
b. The nuclear family is becoming less predominant.
c. Some children live in institutions that serve as family substitutes.
d. Extended families are increasing in number.

40. When a parent with children remarries a single adult to produce a step family for the new partner, the new family is termed:
a. A nuclear family
b. A blended family
c. An adoptive family
d. A sub-family

41. Which of the following factors affect the structure, functioning, and status of families?
a. Cultural and racial factors
b. Linguistic factors
c. Socioeconomic status
d. All of the above

42. The idealized American family with breadwinner father and homemaker mother,
a. Increased in the 1980Õs and 1990Õs.
b. Rarely existed in the 20th century.
c. Has been totally replaced by other patterns.
d. None of the above.

43. Social class standing is usually based on?
a. The occupation, income, education, and values of the parents in a family.
b. The occupation, health, education, and ethnicity of the parents in a family.
c. The occupation, culture, and education of the parents in a family.
d. The occupation, income, and ethnicity of the parents in a family.

44. The term underclass is used to describe individuals and families who are:
a. Unskilled working people.
b. Affluent and hardworking people.
c. People locked in a cycle of poverty.
d. Minorities and/or English language deficient people.

45. Which of the following conditions is least likely to be present in an underclass family situation?
a. Scheduled health check ups for children.
b. Erratic income and cash flow problems.
c. Substandard housing
d. Frequent moves.

46. Religious practices vary among AmericaÕs major faith groups. The element where differences are less noticeable is:
a. Faith specific Holidays
b. Family interaction styles
c. Holiday food choices
d. Moral codes
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