In Some Parts of the World, When a Marriage Ends

question 9

Multiple Choice

In some parts of the world, when a marriage ends, the former spouses often remarry new partners soon afterward. What form of marriage is this?

• A) polyandry
• B) serial monogamy
• C) arranged marriage
• D) polygyny

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Definitions:

Deviant

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms or standards, often resulting in societal judgment or sanction.

Scapegoats

Individuals or groups unfairly blamed for problems or wrongdoings they did not cause, often to deflect responsibility from the true culprits.

Control Theory

The theory that an individual’s tendency to engage in deviant behavior is influenced by his or her ties to other persons. There are four components of such ties: attachment, commitment, involvement, and belief.

Involvement

The degree of interest and engagement that an individual or group has in a particular activity or situation.