Question 1

Miranda's parents set fair rules to help her stay out of trouble. This best illustrates the parenting component of:
A) connection.
B) physical autonomy.
C) psychological autonomy.
D) regulation.

Accepted Answer

Regulation refers to the parental component of setting rules and boundaries for children to follow, with the goal of promoting their well-being and keeping them safe. In this scenario, Miranda's parents setting fair rules is an example of regulation. The other options - connection, physical autonomy, and psychological autonomy - refer to different aspects of parenting, such as building a nurturing relationship with the child, promoting their physical and emotional independence, and respecting their psychological and emotional boundaries.

Question 2

Although Emily's father is not warm or loving,he does allow her freedom to make decisions and he respects her privacy.He also sets rules and monitors her behavior.What two components of parenting does he exhibit?
A) Physical autonomy and psychological autonomy
B) Regulation and connection
C) Psychological autonomy and regulation
D) Connection and physical autonomy

Accepted Answer

Emily's father allows her to make decisions and respects her privacy, which exhibit psychological autonomy. However, he also sets rules and monitors her behavior, which exhibit regulation. Therefore, the two components of parenting that he exhibits are psychological autonomy and regulation. Choice A and D are incorrect because they only mention one component of parenting each. Choice B is incorrect because it mentions connection instead of psychological autonomy.

Question 3

Which of the following statements about parenting is TRUE?
A) Adolescents spend more time talking to their mothers than to their fathers.
B) Adolescents are more likely to go to their mothers for advice than to their fathers.
C) Mothers underestimate the degree of stress that their adolescents are experiencing.
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above statements are true. Research has shown that adolescents tend to spend more time talking to their mothers than their fathers, and they also tend to go to their mothers for advice more often. Additionally, mothers have been found to underestimate the level of stress that their adolescents are experiencing, which can impact their ability to provide adequate support and guidance.

Question 4

The adolescent's freedom to form opinions and have privacy is called:
A) connection.
B) physical autonomy.
C) psychological autonomy.
D) regulation.

Accepted Answer

Psychological autonomy, or the ability to form opinions and have privacy, is a key aspect of adolescent development as they strive to establish their own identities separate from their parents or caregivers. While physical autonomy is also important, it refers more to the ability to make decisions about one's own body and actions. Connection and regulation are important factors in adolescent development, but they are not directly related to the concept of autonomy.

Question 5

Megan is warm,loving,and sensitive.She is expressing:
A) empathy.
B) positive affect.
C) connection.
D) emotional autonomy.

Accepted Answer

Megan's description as warm, loving, and sensitive indicates she is expressing positive emotions or feelings towards others, which is referred to as positive affect. Positive affect involves experiencing positive emotions and expressing them, which aligns with the characteristics described.

Question 6

Which of the following statements about parenting is FALSE?
A) Adolescents tend to be closer to their mothers than their fathers.
B) Parents tend to perceive themselves better at parenting than their adolescents perceive them to be.
C) Parents spend less time with their adolescents as their adolescents get older.
D) Youngest children have the closest, warmest relationships with their parents during adolescence.

Accepted Answer

The statement that youngest children have the closest, warmest relationships with their parents during adolescence is false. Birth order does not necessarily dictate the quality of relationships with parents during adolescence.

Question 7

Abir's parents allow her to make decisions and they grant her privacy now that she's an adolescent.This best illustrates the parenting component of:
A) connection.
B) physical autonomy.
C) psychological autonomy.
D) regulation.

Accepted Answer

Psychological autonomy refers to allowing children to make decisions and granting them privacy. This is exactly what Abir's parents are doing, so C is the correct choice. Choice A (connection) refers to emotional closeness with parents; Choice B (physical autonomy) refers to allowing children to have control over their own bodies and physical spaces; and Choice D (regulation) refers to monitoring and guiding children's behavior. While these may be important parenting components as well, they do not apply as directly to Abir's situation as psychological autonomy.

Question 8

Another term for emotions or feelings is:
A) adhesion.
B) affect.
C) cohesion.
D) sensitivity.

Accepted Answer

Affect is a term used in psychology to refer to emotions or feelings experienced by an individual. Adhesion refers to the tendency of substances to stick together, while cohesion refers to the tendency of molecules of the same substance to stick together. Sensitivity refers to the ability to detect or respond to small changes or stimuli.

Question 9

When parents monitor their children and set rules,this is called:
A) connection.
B) physical autonomy.
C) psychological autonomy.
D) regulation.

Accepted Answer

Monitoring children and setting rules are part of regulation, which involves guiding and directing a child's behavior to ensure their safety and well-being. This includes setting boundaries and expectations, enforcing consequences, and supervising their activities.

Answer: C
 Psychological autonomy refers to a child's ability to develop their own sense of identity and make choices based on their own values and beliefs. While monitoring and setting rules are important for a child's safety and development, it's also important to balance this with allowing them to have some independence and making decisions for themselves. However, this is not the best answer as the question specifically asks about monitoring and rules, which fall under regulation.

Question 10

The emotions of warmth,affection,love,and sensitivity best illustrate:
A) empathy.
B) connection.
C) positive affect.
D) cohesion.

Accepted Answer

The emotions of warmth, affection, love, and sensitivity are all positive emotions and fall under the category of positive affect. Positive affect refers to the experience of pleasant emotions such as joy, happiness, excitement, and contentment. Therefore, option C - positive affect, is the best choice.

Question 11

Joe really identifies with how upset,sad,and disillusioned he best friend,Ali,is after Ali's girlfriend dumped him.The best illustrates Joe's:
A) empathy.
B) emotionality.
C) affect.
D) apathy.

Accepted Answer

Joe is able to understand and share in Ali's emotions, which is the definition of empathy.

Question 12

Emotional sensitivity toward others and the ability to identify with their thoughts and feelings is called:
A) apathy.
B) emotionality.
C) empathy.
D) affect.

Accepted Answer

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the thoughts and feelings of others. It involves emotional sensitivity and the capacity to identify with others' experiences. Apathy, on the other hand, is a lack of emotion or interest, while emotionality and affect refer more broadly to the experience and expression of emotions.

Question 13

Positive parental support is associated with all of the following EXCEPT:
A) academic success.
B) advanced moral development.
C) enthusiastic, impulsive behavior.
D) high self-esteem.

Accepted Answer

Enthusiastic, impulsive behavior is not necessarily directly linked to positive parental support. It is more likely to be associated with an individual's personality or temperament. However, the other options, academic success, advanced moral development, and high self-esteem, are all positively influenced by positive parental support.

Question 14

The ability to identify with the thoughts,attitudes,and feelings of another person is called:
A) apathy.
B) emotionality.
C) empathy.
D) affect.

Accepted Answer

Empathy is the ability to understand and relate to the emotions, thoughts, and experiences of others. It involves a sense of shared emotional experience and the ability to imagine oneself in the other person's position. Apathy refers to a lack of feeling or emotion towards others, emotionality refers to the intensity of emotions experienced, and affect refers to a person's emotional state or expression.

Question 15

Which of the following are least likely to say that they would turn to their parents for help?
A) Only children
B) Middle-born children
C) Last-born children
D) First-born children

Accepted Answer

Middle-born children are often considered to feel less connected to their parents compared to their siblings, as first-borns may receive more responsibility and attention for being the eldest, while last-borns might be more pampered or protected. Middle-borns might therefore feel less inclined to turn to their parents for help, feeling that they have to be more independent or believing that their problems might not be taken as seriously.

Question 16

Chen's parents are warm and loving to him,which makes him feel secure.This best illustrates the parenting component of:
A) connection.
B) physical autonomy.
C) psychological autonomy.
D) regulation.

Accepted Answer

Connection refers to the emotional bond between parents and children, characterized by warmth, responsiveness, and supportive communication. Chen's parents being warm and loving would contribute to a positive sense of connection and security. Physical autonomy refers to a child's ability to make decisions and take actions related to their body and physical development. Psychological autonomy refers to a child's ability to make decisions and take actions related to their thoughts, emotions, and values. Regulation refers to a parenting style characterized by high control and low warmth, emphasizing rules and discipline over emotional support and connection, which is not evident in Chen's parent's behavior.

Question 17

The presence of warm stable bonds between parents and children is called:
A) connection.
B) physical autonomy.
C) psychological autonomy.
D) regulation.

Accepted Answer

The presence of warm stable bonds between parents and children is commonly referred to as connection, and is a key component of healthy attachment and relationships in families.

Question 18

Which of the following are most likely to feel cheated of parental attention and support?
A) First-born children
B) Last-born children
C) Middle-born children
D) Only children

Accepted Answer

Middle-born children are most likely to feel cheated of parental attention and support because they often do not receive the undivided attention that the first-born or only children might experience, nor do they receive the same level of care and indulgence often given to the youngest in the family.

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main components of parenting discussed in the text?
A) Connection
B) Physical autonomy
C) Psychological autonomy
D) Regulation

Accepted Answer

The three main components of parenting discussed in the text are connection, psychological autonomy, and regulation. Physical autonomy is not one of the main components mentioned.

Question 20

Compared to younger adolescents,older adolescents are more likely to perceive their parents as:
A) empathetic.
B) emotional.
C) apathetic.
D) hostile.

Accepted Answer

Older adolescents are more likely to perceive their parents as empathetic compared to younger adolescents. This may be due to the fact that as adolescents get older, they have more complex emotional experiences, and they may need more emotional support and understanding from their parents. Older adolescents may also have more matured cognitive abilities that allow them to better perceive their parents' intentions and emotions.

Quiz 8: Relationships with Family Members

Miranda's parents set fair rules to help her stay out of trouble. This best illustrates the parenting component of:

Although Emily's father is not warm or loving,he does allow her freedom to make decisions and he respects her privacy.He also sets rules and monitors her behavior.What two components of parenting does he exhibit?

Which of the following statements about parenting is TRUE?

The adolescent's freedom to form opinions and have privacy is called:

Megan is warm,loving,and sensitive.She is expressing:

Which of the following statements about parenting is FALSE?

Abir's parents allow her to make decisions and they grant her privacy now that she's an adolescent.This best illustrates the parenting component of:

Another term for emotions or feelings is:

When parents monitor their children and set rules,this is called:

The emotions of warmth,affection,love,and sensitivity best illustrate:

Joe really identifies with how upset,sad,and disillusioned he best friend,Ali,is after Ali's girlfriend dumped him.The best illustrates Joe's:

Emotional sensitivity toward others and the ability to identify with their thoughts and feelings is called:

Positive parental support is associated with all of the following EXCEPT:

The ability to identify with the thoughts,attitudes,and feelings of another person is called:

Which of the following are least likely to say that they would turn to their parents for help?

Chen's parents are warm and loving to him,which makes him feel secure.This best illustrates the parenting component of:

The presence of warm stable bonds between parents and children is called:

Which of the following are most likely to feel cheated of parental attention and support?

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main components of parenting discussed in the text?

Compared to younger adolescents,older adolescents are more likely to perceive their parents as: