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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Fathers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following descriptors can be used to describe the emotions of an adolescent girl?
(a) Devastating at times
(b) Developed but over-reactive
(c) Full of perspective
(d) Extreme and inconsistent

2. Which of the following best describes how Dr. Pipher feels about Western civilization and mothers?
(a) They may have unrealistic expectations placed on mothers
(b) They may have believe that others need to be held more responsible for their children
(c) Fathers put too much pressure for child rearing on the mother
(d) Realistic and appropriate expectations are placed on mothers

3. Who does Dr. Pipher say is often given the credit for raising strong daughters?
(a) Daughters
(b) Peers
(c) Fathers
(d) Mothers

4. How does Pipher define authenticity?
(a) Owning all experiences that are socially acceptable
(b) Disowning all experiences
(c) Owning all experiences
(d) Owning all experiences that are not traumatic

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of standard does Dr. Pipher believe Americans have in relation to values and beliefs?

2. Which of the following is the best definition for the term androgynous?

3. What speculation does Pipher make about girls who are raised to be open-minded and curious?

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

5. Which of the following skills does Dr. Pipher stress girls, in particular, need to be encouraged to do?

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