CJS230 Introduction to Corrections: Quiz Questions – Chapter 12

Summary

The document is a set of multiple-choice questions on topics covered in a course on criminal justice and sociology. Students can use it to test their understanding of these topics and to practise for assessments.

Socioeconomic and family factors

This part describes how families' economic and social ranking is measured. It asks about types of family arrangements and roles, such as stay-at-home dads and shift work. Key terms include socioeconomic status and transnational families.

Workplace dynamics and discrimination

This section covers different types of discrimination in the workplace, such as the glass ceiling. It also discusses various job roles and their status. Questions include the definition of different types of jobs.

Family and work balance

This part asks about the balance between family and work life. It defines terms such as work-family conflict and the working poor. It also covers childcare arrangements and their benefits.

Key terms

Socioeconomic status

A family's economic and social ranking within a community.

Transnational families

Immigrant families who live in different countries.

The glass ceiling

Discrimination against women in the workplace where advancement is stopped.

Working poor

People who work but remain below the poverty line.

Work-family conflict

When family role demands are incompatible with work role stresses.

Nanny share

A childcare arrangement where parents share a babysitter or nanny.

Questions this document helps with

• What is the government's measure of a family's relative economic and social ranking?
• What are different types of discrimination in the workplace?
• How do families balance work and family life?

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