________ are brain cells that provide the material from which myelin is created, that nourish neurons, and that provide scaffolding for neuronal migration.
a. Glial cells c. Migratory cells
b. Proliferative cells d. Menarche cells
Question 2Cindy's parents share parenting and household responsibilities equally, while Allison's parents have more traditional gender-typed roles. Which of the following statements is most likely to be true, based on research comparing traditional and egalitarian families?
a. Cindy will maintain achievement levels while Allison will show declines in math and science.
b. Both girls will suffer achievement declines in reading but gains in math and science.
c. Allison will maintain achievement levels while Cindy will show declines in math and science.
d. Neither of the girls will suffer declines in achievement.
Question 3The process by which neurons increase in size, complexity, and functioning is called neuronal
a. proliferation. c. differentiation.
b. migration. d. myelinization.
Question 4Children whose parents make a deliberate effort to share parenting roles and responsibilities
a. are less likely to quit school as teenagers.
b. are less likely to maintain secure attachments.
c. are slower to dispose of gender labels.
d. show less knowledge of gender stereotypes.
Question 5The process by which neurons move to various regions of the brain is called neuronal
a. proliferation. c. differentiation.
b. migration. d. myelinization.
Question 6Tamara's mother works outside the home. Tamara is likely to
a. develop rigid conceptions of gender roles.
b. feel apathy for her mother.
c. develop a strong sense of feminine responsibilities.
d. exhibit higher levels of achievement motivation.
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