Question 1

In comparison to adults in their later-20s, emerging adults in their early 20s generally are _______ age-segregated, ________ economically dependent, and _______ affected by world crises and social issues.

Accepted Answer

In the text, adolescence is characterized as a time when individuals interact mostly with people of their own age (age-segregated), as a time of prolonged economic dependence, and as a time when adolescents are deeply affected by the events and crises of the time in which they live (vulnerable-to-crisis).

Question 2

Historically, rites of passage served to:

Accepted Answer

Rites of passage are defined as symbolic events or rituals that mark life transitions, such as from childhood to adult status.

Question 3

In which of the following societies would you expect the period called "adolescence" to be the longest?

Accepted Answer

In contemporary U.S. culture, the developmental period between the end of childhood and the beginning of adulthood has become not only longer in years but also considerably more complex in terms of the choices and transitions adolescents experience.

Question 4

The term used to refer to a symbolic event or ritual that marks the transition from childhood to adulthood is called a(n):

Accepted Answer

The term "rite of passage" is specifically used to refer to a symbolic event or ritual that marks the transition from childhood to adulthood. This term was coined by anthropologist Arnold van Gennep in his book "The Rites of Passage" and has since been widely used in anthropology to describe the various forms of initiation rites across different cultures.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a secondary sex characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Production of sperm is a primary sex characteristic, as it is directly related to the reproductive system and the ability to reproduce. Secondary sex characteristics are physical characteristics that develop during puberty but are not directly related to reproduction, such as body hair and increased fat and muscle. Maturation of genitalia could be argued as both a primary and secondary sex characteristic, as it is both necessary for reproduction and develops during puberty.

Question 6

For children in which of the following groups would you expect the period called "adolescence" to be the shortest?

Accepted Answer

Even today in many less industrialized countries adolescence describes a relatively brief period of the lifespan. For example, adolescence in many agriculturally based cultures and hunter-gatherer societies begins when children enter their reproductive years, at which time there is often a transition ritual called a rite of passage, followed by 1-2 years apprenticeship, then achievement of full adulthood.

Question 7

Which of the following typically is NOT a characteristic associated with the period of emerging adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Table 10-2 lists the characteristics of emerging adulthood: identity exploration, instability, self-focused perspective, feelings of "in-between," and being in an "age of possibilities," which reflects high hopes and expectations and optimism about the future.
Physical Development and Adaptation

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT one of the major sex hormones?

Accepted Answer

Testosterone is a male sex hormone; progesterone and estrogen are female sex hormones.

Question 9

Adolescence in most undeveloped, agriculturally-based cultures typically begins when children enter:

Accepted Answer

As noted in the text, adolescence in many agriculturally based cultures and hunter-gatherer societies begins when children enter their reproductive years.

Question 10

To conclude that the period of emerging adulthood is "age-segregated" means that:

Accepted Answer

As noted in the text, the idea that in the United States, adolescents and emerging adults are largely age-segregated means that they interact mostly with other people of their same age and much less with younger children or adults.

Question 11

In comparison to the late 1800s in the United States, today the period of adolescence is ___________ and it is _________ complex.

Accepted Answer

According to the text, in contemporary U.S. culture, the developmental period between the end of childhood and the beginning of adulthood has become not only longer in years but also considerably more complex in terms of the choices and transitions adolescents experience.

Question 12

Erikson's view of the period of adolescence is best described as a time of

Accepted Answer

Erikson takes a positive view of adolescence, seeing it as a time when individuals are allowed to explore and experiment with various roles before taking on the responsibilities of the adult world.

Question 13

In a particular African tribe, when adolescent girls reach menarche, there is a ceremony in which they cover themselves in white ashes, and walk through the village singing a song about becoming an adult. This ceremony is a good example of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Rites of passage are symbolic events or rituals to mark life transitions, such as from childhood to adult status. Such a transition ritual may include a ceremony, name change, or physical challenge.

Question 14

According to the text, which of the following is the typical order of how the children in many agriculturally based cultures become adults?

Accepted Answer

Adolescence in many agriculturally based cultures and hunter-gatherer societies begins when children enter their reproductive years, at which time there is often a transition ritual called a rite of passage, followed by 1-2 years apprenticeship, then achievement of full adulthood.

Question 15

According to the text, the rite of passage into adulthood that typically occurs in primitive societies is generally followed immediately by:

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the text, the rite of...

Question 16

Suppose you asked people in four different age groups to answer the question: "Do you feel that you have reached adulthood?" The age groups are as follows: Group 1: Ages 12-17 years
Group 2: Ages 18-25 years
Group 3: Ages 26-35 years
Group 4: Ages 35-55 years
In which of these groups would you expect more than 10% of the people to answer "no" to this question?

Accepted Answer

Figure 10-1 shows age differences in response to the question, "Do you feel that you have
reached adulthood?" As shown in the figure, in the 12- to 17-year-old age group, just under 40% of the respondents reported that they did not feel that they had reached adulthood. In each of other age groups, the percentage was below 10%.

Question 17

In Jeremy's family, when each child reaches the age of 15, the family has a huge party at which the child is "introduced" as an adult. From that point forward, the child is expected to take on greater responsibilities for supporting the family, and is called by his or her middle name by family members, as a sign of this new status within the family. The term that best describes this transition is:

Accepted Answer

Rites of passage are symbolic events or rituals to mark life transitions, such as from childhood to adult status. Such a transition ritual may include a ceremony, name change, or physical challenge.

Question 18

If Jason were looking for terms to describe the typical qualities of adolescents and emerging adults in the United States today, he would be correct in using all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

In the text, adolescence is characterized as a time when individuals interact mostly with people of their own age (age-segregated), as a time of prolonged economic dependence, and as a time when adolescents are deeply affected by the events and crises of the time in which they live (vulnerable-to-crisis).

Question 19

In contemporary U.S. society, the term "emerging adulthood" would be used most accurately when describing individuals in which of the following age groups?

Accepted Answer

The period of emerging adulthood is discussed as the period between the end of high school, which usually is at about age 18, until the adoption of adult roles and responsibilities, which is usually several years later. The definition of this term suggests the age range of 18-25. Both of these statements imply that choice d above is the best answer.

Question 20

According to the text, for people in the United States, the portion of the lifespan from age 14 to 18 is best considered to be the period of:

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the text, for people in...

Quiz 10: Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood: Physical and Cognitive Development

In comparison to adults in their later-20s, emerging adults in their early 20s generally are _ age-segregated, economically dependent, and _ affected by world crises and social issues.