Intro to Family Studies Final Exam Questions
With All Correct & Verified Answers
From our discussion on families in the 21st century, the American family has seen a shift in emphasis
in the value of family members, from _____________ to _______________ . Correct answer-
instrumental to expressive role
From our discussion on families in the 21st century, the American family has seen a philosophical
change in decision making, from ____________ to _____________ . Correct answer-patriarchy to
democracy
What is about the average life expectancy for US women and men? Correct answer-Women: 80
years
Men: 75 years
In 2005, what percent of couples who planned to get married lived together first? Correct answer-
60%
In 2009, what percent of children age 18 and younger lived with a single parent? Correct answer-
34%
Which of the following is NOT a reason why people are waiting longer to get married?
a) education and longer time in school
b) longer life expectancy
c) women's career options
d) acceptance of non-marital sexual intercourse
e) increase in out out of wedlock births Correct answer-e) increase in out of wedlock births
All family who occupy a housing unit regardless of relationship are known as a ____________ .
Correct answer-household
A family that emphasizes education or straight "A's" and doing well academically would meet which
function of the family? Correct answer-Cognitive development
When your parent tells you to "be careful" when you leave the home, or when they take you to the
doctor, this is an example of which function of the family? Correct answer-Physical development
and health
From functions of the family, which of the following would be an example of forming sexual attitudes
and regulating sexual behaviors?
a) a parent who talks to you about premarital sex
b) a parent who tells you what the family believes about sex
c) a couple who limits sex to the marriage partner
d) answers a & b are correct
e) answers a, b, & c are correct Correct answer-d) answers a & b are correct
A family who likes to bike together and participates in weekend rides, is promoting which function of
the family? Correct answer-provides leisure and recreational opportunities
, What was the median age at first marriage for men and women in 2010? Correct answer-Men:
28.2
Women: 26.1
T/F: Over the last 100 years, the American household size has increased. Correct answer-False
T/F: The census bureau defines family as "only 2 people who live in the same unit". Correct
answer-False
Using the typology of single hood we discussed, which type of single hood would be described as
planning to marry someday in the future, but is purposely not looking to settle down right now.
Correct answer-Voluntary Temporary
From the Movie "The Story of Us", when Michelle's mom said "Someone has to take control of the
wheel" this gave insights into why Michelle handled problems by __________ . Correct answer-
emulating and wanting to address each and every problem in their marriage
Bruce Willis said that Michelle was "dwelling" on every little problem, a negative interpretation of
the way she view their marital issues. What family of origin description best explains why Bruce
thought she was dwelling? Correct answer-His parents taught him that all couples have problems
and they can actually bring the couple closer together
Which family theory helps explain family of origin? Correct answer-Family systems theory
A family systems theory approaches focus on ________ . Correct answer-interdependence (mutual
influence) in relationships
Which of the following is NOT emphasized by Family Development Theory?
a) environment
b) transitions
c) stages
d) time Correct answer-a) environment
Which questions best fits a Family Development perspective?
a) of what benefit is a father in his child's life?
b) why does a spouse commit adultery?
c) how do I parent a 5 year old compared to a 15 year old?
d) what are the costs and rewards of moving back home? Correct answer-c) how do I parent a 5
year old compared to a 15 year old?
Which of the following is NO associated with Family Systems Theory?
a) Interdependence of members
b) boundaries/rules within members
c) reciprocal influence of members
d) timing of events in sequence Correct answer-d) timing of events in sequence
Nuclear family Correct answer-biological parents and children
Single-parent family Correct answer-one parent + one child
Nonresidential parent family Correct answer-parent who lives outside primary residency of child
With All Correct & Verified Answers
From our discussion on families in the 21st century, the American family has seen a shift in emphasis
in the value of family members, from _____________ to _______________ . Correct answer-
instrumental to expressive role
From our discussion on families in the 21st century, the American family has seen a philosophical
change in decision making, from ____________ to _____________ . Correct answer-patriarchy to
democracy
What is about the average life expectancy for US women and men? Correct answer-Women: 80
years
Men: 75 years
In 2005, what percent of couples who planned to get married lived together first? Correct answer-
60%
In 2009, what percent of children age 18 and younger lived with a single parent? Correct answer-
34%
Which of the following is NOT a reason why people are waiting longer to get married?
a) education and longer time in school
b) longer life expectancy
c) women's career options
d) acceptance of non-marital sexual intercourse
e) increase in out out of wedlock births Correct answer-e) increase in out of wedlock births
All family who occupy a housing unit regardless of relationship are known as a ____________ .
Correct answer-household
A family that emphasizes education or straight "A's" and doing well academically would meet which
function of the family? Correct answer-Cognitive development
When your parent tells you to "be careful" when you leave the home, or when they take you to the
doctor, this is an example of which function of the family? Correct answer-Physical development
and health
From functions of the family, which of the following would be an example of forming sexual attitudes
and regulating sexual behaviors?
a) a parent who talks to you about premarital sex
b) a parent who tells you what the family believes about sex
c) a couple who limits sex to the marriage partner
d) answers a & b are correct
e) answers a, b, & c are correct Correct answer-d) answers a & b are correct
A family who likes to bike together and participates in weekend rides, is promoting which function of
the family? Correct answer-provides leisure and recreational opportunities
, What was the median age at first marriage for men and women in 2010? Correct answer-Men:
28.2
Women: 26.1
T/F: Over the last 100 years, the American household size has increased. Correct answer-False
T/F: The census bureau defines family as "only 2 people who live in the same unit". Correct
answer-False
Using the typology of single hood we discussed, which type of single hood would be described as
planning to marry someday in the future, but is purposely not looking to settle down right now.
Correct answer-Voluntary Temporary
From the Movie "The Story of Us", when Michelle's mom said "Someone has to take control of the
wheel" this gave insights into why Michelle handled problems by __________ . Correct answer-
emulating and wanting to address each and every problem in their marriage
Bruce Willis said that Michelle was "dwelling" on every little problem, a negative interpretation of
the way she view their marital issues. What family of origin description best explains why Bruce
thought she was dwelling? Correct answer-His parents taught him that all couples have problems
and they can actually bring the couple closer together
Which family theory helps explain family of origin? Correct answer-Family systems theory
A family systems theory approaches focus on ________ . Correct answer-interdependence (mutual
influence) in relationships
Which of the following is NOT emphasized by Family Development Theory?
a) environment
b) transitions
c) stages
d) time Correct answer-a) environment
Which questions best fits a Family Development perspective?
a) of what benefit is a father in his child's life?
b) why does a spouse commit adultery?
c) how do I parent a 5 year old compared to a 15 year old?
d) what are the costs and rewards of moving back home? Correct answer-c) how do I parent a 5
year old compared to a 15 year old?
Which of the following is NO associated with Family Systems Theory?
a) Interdependence of members
b) boundaries/rules within members
c) reciprocal influence of members
d) timing of events in sequence Correct answer-d) timing of events in sequence
Nuclear family Correct answer-biological parents and children
Single-parent family Correct answer-one parent + one child
Nonresidential parent family Correct answer-parent who lives outside primary residency of child
