Question 1

Most money boys self-identify as:

Accepted Answer

Most money boys self-identify as homosexual or bisexual. This is because their clients are mainly men who are interested in sexual services from other men. Therefore, the money boys cater to the sexual preferences of their clients, which often leads them to identify as homosexual or bisexual.

Question 2

Rudrappa reports that the babies carried by surrogates were delivered,by caesarian surgery (C-section)between 36 and 37 weeks of gestation.What was the reason for this?

Accepted Answer

Surgical deliveries, such as C-sections, can be scheduled in advance, making them more convenient in terms of planning and scheduling, especially in contexts where timing is crucial, such as in surrogacy arrangements.

Question 3

What do most immigrant care workers do with their earnings?

Accepted Answer

Most immigrant care workers send their earnings back home to support their families and loved ones in their country of origin. They may also use the money to pay off debts or invest in education for their children.

Question 4

There is little difference between the cost of surrogacy services in India and the same services in the United States.

Accepted Answer

The cost of surrogacy services in India is significantly lower than the cost of the same services in the United States. This is one of the reasons why many couples from the US and other Western countries choose to go to India for surrogacy.

Question 5

What percentage of the world's migrants are women?

Accepted Answer

According to the United Nations, approximately 50% of the world's migrants are women.

Question 6

At the time of Rudrappa's research,the cost of surrogacy in India was approximately ___ per baby.

Accepted Answer

The answer of At the time of Rudrappa's research,the cost...

Question 7

In Bangalore,what is "the main conduit" for women who offer reproductive services?

Accepted Answer

The passage mentions that the garment production industry is the "main conduit" for women who offer reproductive services in Bangalore. No other option is mentioned or alluded to in the passage.

Question 8

Individuals with a varied network of longstanding,non-kin relationships often belong to which demographic?

Accepted Answer

Individuals who have never been married are more likely to have a varied network of longstanding, non-kin relationships as they haven't formed a close-knit family unit yet.

Question 9

Most migration takes place through:

Accepted Answer

Most migration takes place through social networks and personal connections, such as friends and relatives. This is known as chain migration, where one person or family member settles in a new location and then helps their friends and relatives migrate to the same location. While education and employment can also be factors in migration, they are not the primary drivers. Health institutions are not typically a factor in migration.

Question 10

Rudrappa explains that the women who act as surrogates are unsophisticated and so unable to understand that they are being exploited.

Accepted Answer

Rudrappa's argument has been criticized for falsely characterizing surrogates as unsophisticated and unable to make informed choices about their bodies and consent to surrogacy arrangements. Many surrogate mothers are educated and aware of the potential risks and benefits involved.

Question 11

Which statement is NOT accurate about migrant women mothers?

Accepted Answer

While migrant women mothers may feel separation acutely and may be single mothers, leaving their children in orphanages is not a common or accurate statement about them.

Question 12

Many older people report that _____ is the most significant source of socialization outside of the family.

Accepted Answer

Religious activity is often cited as a significant source of socialization for older people outside of their family, as it provides a sense of community, shared beliefs, and regular social interactions.

Question 13

In which setting would one be least likely to find age-segregation?

Accepted Answer

Family reunions typically include members of all ages, from infants to the elderly, making them the setting where age segregation is least likely to occur.

Question 14

Why does Bangalore appeal to people from the United States seeking surrogacy services?

Accepted Answer

Bangalore, like many other cities in India, appeals to people from the United States seeking surrogacy services due to the low cost of labor, availability of quality medical services, and low cost of pharmaceuticals. These factors combined make it a financially attractive option for many seeking such services.

Question 15

Women who have acted as surrogates often serve as recruits,bringing other women into the business of surrogacy.

Accepted Answer

Women who have acted as surrogates may serve as advocates for surrogacy and encourage others to become surrogates as well.

Question 16

Hukou is:

Accepted Answer

Hukou refers to a household registration system in China which helps in controlling and tracking internal migration. The system also affords greater access to healthcare and education to those from urban environments. Therefore, all the given options - A, B, and C - are correct.

Question 17

For male prostitutes,sex work offers:

Accepted Answer

Male prostitution can offer all of the aforementioned benefits. The money earned can be quite lucrative, they can act as their own boss and control their schedule, it can allow for social mobility in certain cases, and it can provide a sense of self-esteem and validation.

Question 18

The authors studied _____ in _____.

Accepted Answer

The authors studied age-segregation in the Netherlands, as indicated by the pairing of the topic and location in the correct choice.

Question 19

Indiriani,and many women like her,view surrogacy as more "meaningful" than factory work.

Accepted Answer

The statement directly states that Indiriani and other women view surrogacy as more "meaningful" than factory work.

Question 20

Which of the following is not one of the findings of Uhlenberg and de Jong Gierveld's study?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not one...

Quiz 13: Global Dynamics and Population Demographic Trends