Chapter 17: Security, Insecurity, and Power Politics
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What impact does climate change have on drought conditions?

  • Decreases the likelihood of droughts
  • Has no effect on drought conditions
  • Creates sporadic drought patterns
  • Leads to increased drought conditions (correct)

    • What is one of the main concerns regarding the relationship between forest fires and climate change?

  • There is no consensus on the relationship (correct)
  • Forest fires contribute positively to climate change
  • Forest fires directly cause climate change
  • Forest fires have no impact on climate change

    • According to the World Bank, how many people are estimated to be displaced by climate change by 2050 in Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa, and Southeast Asia alone?

  • 80 million
  • 110 million
  • 50 million
  • 143 million (correct)

    • What type of natural disasters resulted in the displacement of an estimated 22.5 to 24 million people in 2017?

    <p>Intensified storms, floods, droughts, and forest fires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the UN view climate change in relation to security?

    <p>As a threat multiplier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of strategies are needed to mitigate the impacts of climate change on people and communities?

    <p>Comprehensive, integrated strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Canada commit in 2019 to help vulnerable countries adapt to climate change?

    <p>$2.65 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest is a concern with regards to climate change and forest fires?

    <p>An increase in forest fires leading to hotter, drier conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it acknowledged that climate change can lead to an increase in fires?

    <p>As climate change can lead to drought conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is environmental security highlighted as increasingly important in the text?

    <p>As it affects billions of people globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are comprehensive, integrated strategies needed to mitigate the impacts of climate change?

    <p>To address the loss of land and livelihoods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does climate change impact food and water security according to the text?

    <p>It is expected to significantly impact food and water security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What regions are estimated by the World Bank to face displacement due to climate change by 2050?

    <p>'Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa, and Southeast Asia'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Wealthier countries must acknowledge and address climate change.' Why does the text emphasize this action?

    <p>'To help vulnerable countries adapt to climate change'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Al-Qaeda's influence in Iraq decreased when ISIL emerged.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The conventional military strategies were successful against non-traditional adversaries during the War on Terror.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Taliban was completely eradicated after efforts were made.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 2020 US-Taliban agreement under the Trump administration led to an increase in US troop presence in Afghanistan.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The failed US occupation of Iraq did not contribute to the rise of ISIL.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Terrorism is suggested to be effectively addressed only by military strategies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The London bombings in 2005 and the Paris attacks in 2015 were successfully thwarted.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Following the Christchurch shooting, New Zealand resorted to extensive state militarization.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Civil law enforcement plays a minor role in addressing terrorism according to modern commentators.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rise of ISIL was contained within Iraq and did not spread to other Middle Eastern countries.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hyper-individuation in the context of marriage and family prioritize?

    <p>Both A and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did dance practices shift towards over the past 200 years?

    <p>Dancing as individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hyper sentimentalization in marriage and family characterized by?

    <p>Elevation of emotional considerations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept prioritizes personal happiness and singular love over practical aspects of marriage?

    <p>Hyper sentimentalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does endogamy in the marriage market refer to?

    <p>Marrying someone based on your own cultural norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes homogamy in mate selection?

    <p>Choosing a partner based on similar personal characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is serial monogamy primarily concerned with?

    <p>Emphasizing marriage, divorce, and remarriage sequentially</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which trend indicates a decline in the power of religion in mate selection?

    <p>Religious exogamy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hypergamy in the mating gradient signify?

    <p>Selecting a groom who is higher in status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change did the 1985 Divorce Act introduce regarding separation periods?

    <p>Shortened the separation period to one year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Alimony' after the 1985 Divorce Act transitioned from being primarily paid by males to:

    <p>Allowing support payments in either direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Hypogamy' in the mating gradient involves choosing a partner of:

    <p>Lower socioeconomic status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the historical norm regarding the custody of children before 1900?

    <p>Children were solely the property of the father.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the major legislative change that occurred related to married women in Canada in 1928?

    <p>Giving married women legal status as individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary factor that influenced the changes in custody arrangements after 1970?

    <p>The best interests of the child.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of marriage and remarrying, what disadvantage do divorced women often face according to the text?

    <p>Limited choices due to age restrictions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did language equality improve based on the text?

    <p>Greater pressure against sexist speech.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legal change occurred for married women in Quebec in 1940?

    <p>Women granted voting rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Ms.' is introduced as a more neutral term primarily used in which contexts?

    <p>'Professional and academic contexts.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How have attitudes towards sexist language evolved according to the text?

    <p>Pressure has increased to eliminate it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the genealogical custom of women changing their surnames upon marriage?

    <p>The husband's ownership over the woman leads to the name change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Quebec decide in 1998 that women should retain their birth names?

    <p>To break away from traditional gender norms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influenced the mid-1960s to mid-1970s Sexual Revolution as discussed in the text?

    <p>Legalization of birth control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the first diagnosis of AIDS in the US in 1981 lead to a Sexual Reaction in the 80s and 90s?

    <p>Fear and disillusionment around sex due to the AIDS epidemic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant factor contributing to higher rates of premarital sex and cohabitation according to the text?

    <p>Increased availability of contraceptives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary before changing attitudes according to the text?

    <p>'Brining out' subconscious biases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of victims were victimized by strangers according to the text?

    <p>15%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of all sexual and physical assaults were perpetrated by parents?

    <p>59%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of intimate partner violence is against women according to the text?

    <p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Winnipeg Study of Mennonite Families, what percentage of respondents were of Native Canadian origin?

    <p>71%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the most common type of reported sexual abuse in childhood based on the Winnipeg Study of Mennonite Families?

    <p>Forced sex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Peaceful Families & Project Sakina survey, what percentage of Muslims reported knowing a Muslim who has been physically abused?

    <p>66%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the content provided, what percentage of Canadians are estimated to never marry?

    <p>&lt;40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What category shows the highest rate of married people according to the graph presented in the text?

    <p>&gt;6574 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What trend is observed in the graph with respect to the average age at first marriage?

    <p>Men and women are increasingly marrying at older ages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change occurred regarding the categorization of common law in surveys in 1991?

    <p>It was not measured before 1991</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of cohabitation rates in Sweden compared to other countries?

    <p>Sweden has the highest cohabitation rates worldwide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has parenting outside marriage been viewed in many parts of Canada?

    <p>It is viewed as immoral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact has the narrowing age gap between men and women's marrying age had?

    <p>Shifts in traditional gender roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did Quebec's history with Catholic dominance influence cohabitation trends in the province?

    <p>Concentrated cohabitation trends in Quebec</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What trend is discussed that will create significant challenges for Canada in the future?

    <p>Seniors Boom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text refer to when it mentions an 'inverse relationship pyramid'?

    <p>Population Distribution by Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the aging population's increase affect the empty nest stage?

    <p>Extends its Length</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does having more elderly people than children in a population have according to the text?

    <p>Greater Demand for Housing and Medical Care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Canadian households consisted of one person, as shown in the text?

    <p>29.3%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the employment rate of Canadian women with partners and children under six in 2000 compare to 1976?

    <p>Increased by 35%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the population replacement threshold after WWII and what is it now?

    <p>2.1 babies in 1945, 1.5 babies now</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did same-sex marriage become legal in Canada?

    <p>2005</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What policy did Quebec implement in 1988 to encourage childbirth?

    <p>$500 for each child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of having children on marital satisfaction according to surveys mentioned in the text?

    <p>It decreases satisfaction, especially when children are young</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the trend in Canadian birth rates since 1800?

    <p>Sharp decrease after WWII</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does the number of households have on birth rates, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Indirectly proportional relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "The 2nd Shift" refers to women doing what after their first shift at work according to the text?

    <p>Housework and childcare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the contemporary definition of a family as mentioned in the text?

    <p>A relatively stable group of people who are related through blood, marriage, or adoption, or who simply live together and provide support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of young adults aged 20-34 live with their parents according to the text?

    <p>35%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the correlates of divorce mentioned in the text refer to?

    <p>Factors contributing to both micro and macro level marriage breakdowns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region mentioned in the text shows impacts of intergenerational trauma from residential schools in terms of family compositions?

    <p>Both B and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the contemporary definition of a family differ from the typical definition discussed in the text?

    <p>Contemporary families include people related through various means and who provide support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor that contributes to the breakdown of mixed marriages, according to the text?

    <p>Discrimination in their communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is least likely to enter mixed marriages based on the text?

    <p>South Asians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a protective factor against divorce, according to the text?

    <p>Having young children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What plays a significant role in making it difficult for women to leave a violent marriage?

    <p>Threat of extreme violence including death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do higher education levels across genders correlate with, according to the text?

    <p>Lower divorce rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is NOT correlated with divorce, according to the text?

    <p>25-40 years of marriage duration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Secularist religious ideals' are characterized as being less strong currently due to what factor?

    <p>Loss of religious beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one common response of children to divorce according to the text?

    <p>Guilt and anger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gender is more likely to experience sleeper effects from divorce according to the text?

    <p>Girls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant negative marker for children in poorly managed joint custody situations?

    <p>Conflict between parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an outcome of second marriages compared to first marriages according to the text?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do children from families with lots of conflict and/or divorce learn from their parents according to the text?

    <p>Divorce is a viable solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals is twice as likely to divorce themselves according to the text?

    <p>Individuals from families experiencing conflict and/or divorce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tends to happen to adolescents in relation to their parents following a divorce according to the text?

    <p>They distance themselves more from parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the impact of second marriages on individuals based on the text?

    <p>Second marriages are more heterogeneous in various aspects compared to first marriages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feeling experienced by children in situations of relational breakdown or divorce according to the text?

    <p>Fear of abandonment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common financial challenge faced by lone female parent homes as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Reliance on welfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do children typically feel about the experience of divorce according to the text?

    <p>Blame themselves and feel a sense of loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a psychological impact experienced by most people facing relational breakdown as stated in the text?

    <p>Anger, depression, and insecurity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does social marginalization occur in the context of divorce as described in the text?

    <p>Isolation and taking sides by friends and family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical health risks are individuals facing relational breakdown more susceptible to according to the text?

    <p>Higher rates of substance abuse and mental health challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are children affected in terms of social relationships by their parents' divorce?

    <p>Loss of meaningful relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does financial status differ between lone parent families and coupled families based on the text?

    <p>$30,000 annually for lone parent families but only 5% of coupled families live on that income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Loss of identity' mentioned in the text refers to what aspect of the individuals facing relational breakdown?

    <p>'We' vs 'me' transition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason why some individuals enter into a second marriage without doing the necessary internal work from their previous marriage?

    <p>They dislike being alone and seek companionship quickly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do 2nd marriages differ from first marriages in terms of social adjustment?

    <p>Social adjustment is more difficult in 2nd marriages due to various factors like blended families.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why can remarriages be more likely to end compared to first marriages?

    <p>The higher likelihood of lingering baggage impacting the relationship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge do single parents typically face in terms of childcare expenses that differs from two-parent households?

    <p>Dealing with additional responsibilities and expenses alone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do women single parents often face challenges in career progression according to the text?

    <p>Facing financial impacts from taking additional time off work for childcare duties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue related to workplace support is highlighted for lone parents in Canada?

    <p>'Personal-professional separation' challenges affect lone parents' flexibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do lone parents face difficulties in finding affordable housing?

    <p>'Decent housing' often lacks the required space for lone parent families.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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