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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Families - The Root Systems.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Pipher believe that most people imagine teens' family structures consists of?
(a) Single parent homes
(b) Dysfunctional families
(c) Orphanages
(d) Traditional families

2. Which of the following is not a negative aspect of adolescent girls as described by Dr. Pipher?
(a) Become less curious
(b) Math and science scores decrease
(c) Reading skills decrease
(d) Unhappy in their own bodies

3. What does Miller believe elevates a child's "false" self?
(a) A sense of dissatisfaction
(b) Denying his true self
(c) Denouncing others' values
(d) Withdrawal from himself

4. What makes it difficult to reason with young girls?
(a) Their emotional nature
(b) Their immaturity
(c) Their imaginary audience syndrome
(d) Their cognitive development

5. Who or what does Pipher hold responsible for the split between child and adult during adolescence?
(a) Hormones
(b) Parents
(c) Culture
(d) Males

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following finishes the following conflicting messages: Girls should be independent but _____________.

2. What is the second dimension according to Pipher?

3. Where does Dr. Pipher indicate an adolescent who is untroubled usually looks for guidance?

4. When Hamlet rejects Ophelia for being obedient to her father what happens to her?

5. Why does Dr. Pipher believe that bright, sensitive girls are more at risk for problems?

(see the answer key)

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