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Chapter 20: Adolescence and the Life Cycle

Adolescence and the Life Cycle

1.
Which secondary sex characteristics develops in females only?
A)Body hair appears.
B)Permanent teeth grow in.
C)Body fat increases.
D)Perspiration increases.
2.
Which is NOT a developmental task of adolescents?
A)developing an identity
B)separating from parents
C)developing responsibility
D)adopting a set of personal values
3.
Which of the following is NOT a major aspect of life that an individual focuses on when developing emotional maturity?
A)feeling satisfied with one's life
B)contributing to society
C)developing personal independence
D)developing intimate relationships
4.
In general, which is NOT a concern of young adults?
A)developing one's capabilities to the fullest
B)finding a job
C)finding a partner
D)understanding the meaning of life
5.
What is a positive outcome of the stage of young adulthood?
A)Individuals help the next generation.
B)A sense of fulfillment is reached.
C)Close relationships are formed.
D)A sense of identify is finally formed.
6.
Which is NOT a key to a successful adjustment to marriage
A)Emotional maturity
B)Physical attraction
C)Good communication skills
D)Similar values
7.
Which statement about teen marriage is false?
A)Many teen marriages fail.
B)Most teens can handle the pressures of marriage.
C)Teens lack life experience to make decisions about marriage.
D)Marriage increases a teen's responsibilities.
8.
Which is NOT a responsibility of parenthood?
A)shaping children's identities
B)providing guidance and discipline
C)instilling values
D)giving unconditional love
9.
Which is an issue of middle adulthood?
A)Retirement
B)Finding a job
C)Widowhood
D)The empty-nest syndrome
10.
What is likely to make an adult over 65 feel satisfied?
A)having lived a long life
B)having lived life with integrity
C)having children out of the house
D)reaching retirement
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