When Children Who Are Reared by Adoptive Parents Are Nonetheless

question 18

Multiple Choice

When children who are reared by adoptive parents are nonetheless more similar to their natural parents in a trait, it can be concluded that:

• A) the genetic characteristics of the children change over time.
• B) heredity is solely responsible for how a child grows.
• C) the environment is solely responsible in the development of those characteristics.
• D) genetics play a role in the development of those characteristics.

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Definitions:

Extended Family

A family structure that extends beyond the nuclear family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives.

Blended Family

A family consisting of a couple and their children from this and all previous relationships.

Scapegoat

An individual or group blamed for wrongs that they haven't committed, often as a way of deflecting blame from the responsible party.

Mascot

A person, animal, or object adopted by a group as a symbolic figure meant to bring luck or represent the group's identity.