Question 1

Which term is used in the text to refer to people who are considered acceptable as potential partners?

Accepted Answer

The term "field of eligibles" is specifically mentioned in the text as a term used to refer to people who are considered acceptable as potential partners. The other choices are not mentioned in the text as terms used to refer to potential partners.

Question 2

Lucia wants to have a relationship only with someone who has a university degree.What is true about all the students registered at the university Lucia attends?

Accepted Answer

The students registered at the university Lucia attends are a part of her field of eligibles because they all have university degrees, which is a requirement for Lucia to consider someone as a potential partner. However, it does not necessarily mean that they all have complementary needs for Lucia or have a lower exchange value for Lucia, as those factors depend on individual preferences and circumstances. Additionally, the question does not provide any information about Lucia's concerns regarding physical appearance.

Question 3

According to the text,what happened in terms of marriage during the period in which settlers moved into areas already mapped by the traders and explorers?

Accepted Answer

The text states that practical considerations were important in choosing a mate during the period when settlers moved into areas already mapped by traders and explorers. It does not indicate that men had a wide choice of marriage partners, that they relied on relatives to arrange marriages, or that romantic love played no part in mate selection.

Question 4

According to the text,the conditions on the North American frontier encouraged which of the following practices?

Accepted Answer

The text states that on the North American frontier, individuals had more freedom to choose their own mates, suggesting that choice was encouraged. There is no mention in the text of arranged marriages or staying unmarried, while marrying outside one's ethnic group may or may not have been encouraged depending on the specific cultural context. Therefore, the best choice is C - choosing one's mate.

Question 5

What is the term for the tendency to marry someone from the same social group?

Accepted Answer

Endogamy is the practice of marrying within one's social group, which aligns with the concept described in the question.

Question 6

Jacques was a fur trader in New France.What did he probably do in terms of marriage?

Accepted Answer

Jacques, as a fur trader in New France, would likely have married one of the "daughters of the king" (filles du roi), who were women sent by the French government to New France to marry and start families, thereby supporting the colony's population growth.

Question 7

According to the text,which of the following best describes attitudes toward mate selection in North America today?

Accepted Answer

The text states that there has been a shift towards free choice in mate selection, away from arranged marriages. This implies that attitudes have changed from previous generations. The text does not mention that attitudes are largely in alignment with earlier generations, nor does it suggest that young people are universally reluctant to take their parents' opinions into account.

Question 8

Magalie is very extroverted and fun-loving.She is looking for a partner who is more introverted and serious.What standard of mate selection does Magalie appear to be using?

Accepted Answer

Magalie appears to be using the complementary needs standard of mate selection, which focuses on finding a partner who complements one's own personality traits and preferences. In this case, Magalie is looking for someone who is opposite to her own extroverted and fun-loving nature, which suggests complementary needs.

Question 9

Jeremy takes Suzanne to expensive restaurants and buys her flowers and gifts.What does he seem to be showing?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jeremy takes Suzanne to expensive restaurants and...

Question 10

When Marie came to New France,she was expected to marry soon after her arrival.She was also provided a dowry at the king's expense.What was Marie known as?

Accepted Answer

Marie was known as a "daughter of the king" because her dowry was provided at the king's expense. This term was used to refer to young women who were sent to New France to marry and help increase the population of the colony.

Question 11

James lived in the new colonies of Canada and worked on the family farm,helping his father and older brothers.He wanted to marry May,who lived six farms over,but his parents thought she was too flighty to make a good farmer's wife.Which of the following was the most likely result?

Accepted Answer

James's livelihood depended on his family farm, so he would likely consider his parents' opinion before making any major life decisions.

Question 12

Soni came with her parents from India when she was four.She has accepted many values of the majority Canadian society,including the idea of choosing her own husband.According to the text,which statement is most likely to be true for Soni?

Accepted Answer

Soni's parents, coming from a traditional Indian background, might prefer her to marry someone of Indian descent, reflecting cultural values.

Question 13

What is the term for the prohibition against mating between people who are too closely related?

Accepted Answer

The term for the prohibition against mating between people who are too closely related is the incest taboo. Option A, illegal enclave, is not a term used in this context. Option B, endogamy, refers to the practice of marrying within one's own social group or community. Option D, closeting, refers to the act of hiding one's sexual orientation or gender identity.

Question 14

What is the difference between a forced marriage and an arranged marriage?

Accepted Answer

In a forced marriage, one or both individuals do not have a choice and may be coerced or threatened into the marriage. In an arranged marriage, both individuals consent to the marriage, but their families or matchmakers facilitate the process of finding a suitable partner. Arranged marriages are legal in Canada as long as both parties consent to the marriage. Option A and D are incorrect as arranged marriages are not illegal in Canada, and the age of the individuals involved in forced marriages can vary.

Question 15

Natalie thinks Jason is a good prospect as a husband.He has a well-paying job,wears stylish clothes,and drives a sports car.What standard of mate selection does Natalie appear to be using?

Accepted Answer

Natalie appears to be using the social exchange standard of mate selection as she is evaluating Jason based on his material resources such as his job, clothing, and car. This standard involves selecting a mate who can provide material resources and social status, which can benefit the individual and any potential offspring.

Question 16

According to exchange theory,which characteristic are women more likely than men to display?

Accepted Answer

According to exchange theory, individuals seek out partners who can provide them with resources and benefits that they desire. Women are often expected to display physical attractiveness as a resource to attract potential mates, while men are often expected to display job skills and material possessions. Therefore, the correct answer is C, physical appearance.

Question 17

What does it mean to say that marriages lie along a continuum between arranged and self-chosen unions?

Accepted Answer

Saying that marriages lie along a continuum between arranged and self-chosen unions means that there is a range in the degree to which individuals can choose their mates. Some marriages may be completely arranged, while others may be completely self-chosen, but most marriages fall somewhere in between where there is some degree of choice involved but also some degree of influence from families or cultural traditions.

Question 18

Which of the following is true of the continuum between marriage as exchange and marriage as shared emotion in North America?

Accepted Answer

The continuum between marriage as exchange and marriage as shared emotion is not about arranged vs. freely chosen marriages. Instead, it refers to the degree to which couples view marriage as a transactional exchange (e.g. financial, social, or reproductive benefits) vs. a mutually supportive emotional bond. Most people fall somewhere between these two positions, reflecting a mix of practical and emotional considerations. There is no evidence to suggest that women adopt both perspectives more than men.

Question 19

Which mate selection theory is best described by the expression "opposites attract"?

Accepted Answer

The complementary needs hypothesis proposes that individuals seek partners who have complementary personality traits and characteristics, rather than necessarily seeking similarity or compatibility. This is often expressed through the idea that "opposites attract".

Question 20

In 1837,Joseph lived with his parents and helped work the family farm in southern Ontario.He hoped to marry Martha,who lived a few farms down the road.What was his decision probably affected by?

Accepted Answer

Joseph was living and working on his family's farm, which means that he likely relied on his parents for financial support or inheritance. Therefore, their willingness to provide land or an income would have been an important factor in his decision to marry, as it would have affected his ability to support a family with Martha.

Quiz 3: Getting Together