Chapter 5-7 Flashcards
According to Reger, Etherage, Reger, and Gahm (2008), what aspects contribute to the uniqueness of military culture?
a. Language, code of manners, and belief systems
b. Clothing, rituals, and mission statements
c. Social media engagement, formal education, and dietary preferences
d. Artistic expression, geographical location, and political affiliations
A
What are the three overarching elements that capture the unique dynamics of military culture, as discussed in the chapter?
a. Discipline, communication, and diversity
b. Hierarchical nature, mission focus, and inward-facing perspective
c. Rituals, education, and technology
d. Innovation, community engagement, and global awareness
B
In the hierarchical structure of the military, what contributes to the differences in influence or control among service members?
a. Geographic location
b. Length of service
c. Rank and pay grade
d. Educational background
C
What is the primary goal of military discipline, as defined in the notes?
a. To create chaos and confusion
b. To ritualize the violence of war
c. To establish a corporate identity
d. To impose order and minimize confusion
D
What outward evidence of military discipline and etiquette is often demonstrated in ceremonies?
a. Bright colored uniforms and unfurled flags
b. Secret handshakes and hidden codes
c. Inaudible whispers and covert signals
d. Virtual reality simulations and holographic displays
A
According to Mary Wertsch (1991), what is the only equality among officers and enlisted in the military?
a. Rank
b. Pay grade
c. Educational background
d. Risk of dying on the battlefield
D
What psychological trait is often at the heart of the commitment to the military but may also lead to stigma against seeking help?
a. Secrecy
b. Stoicism
c. Denial
d. Openness
B
How does the importance of the mission impact military families, according to Wertsch (1991)?
a. It has no impact on family dynamics
b. It leads to constant joy and celebration
c. It creates constant preparation for disaster
d. It results in complete detachment from the mission
C
What term is used to describe the state in which family members are uncertain about roles and tasks within the family?
a. Family chaos
b. Boundary ambiguity
c. Role confusion
d. Task uncertainty
B
According to Martin and McClure (2000), what is the essence of military unit cohesion?
a. Individualism
b. Total commitment
c. Flexibility
d. Isolation
B
What does the term “PCSing” refer to in the context of military life?
a. Participating in Combat Simulations
b. Permanent Change of Station
c. Personal Communication Skills
d. Public Ceremony and Salute
B
How often do military families, on average, move according to the notes?
a. Every year
b. Every 2 to 3 years
c. Once in a lifetime
d. Only during wartime
B
What is the psychological consequence of the inward focus of the military, particularly for families living abroad?
a. Increased community engagement
b. Lack of concern for the wider community
c. Strong sense of belonging
d. Active participation in local events
B
According to Wertsch (1991), what is the great paradox of the military?
a. Members live in a democracy
b. Members are self-appointed front-line guardians
c. Members have no traditions
d. Members have no discipline
A
What are the three psychological traits outlined by Mary Wertsch in 1991 as a result of the inward focus of the military?
a. Openness, resilience, and cooperation
b. Secrecy, stoicism, and denial
c. Curiosity, adaptability, and empathy
d. Independence, assertiveness, and trust
B
What is the term used to describe the attachment issues faced by military families due to constant separations and reunions?
a. Emotional resonance
b. Boundary ambiguity
c. Attachment dysregulation
d. Stoic attachment
C
How does military discipline differ from civilian discipline, according to the notes?
a. Military discipline is more lenient
b. Civilian discipline is more hierarchical
c. Military discipline is ritualized and internal
d. Civilian discipline is solely focused on rank
C
What does the term “boundary ambiguity” refer to in the context of military families?
a. Uncertainty about physical borders
b. Lack of boundaries within the military
c. Uncertainty about family roles and tasks
d. Strongly defined family boundaries
C
How does the hierarchical structure contribute to family dynamics, particularly in families with an authoritarian parenting style?
a. It promotes individual freedom
b. It encourages open communication
c. It often leads to rigid rules and lack of tolerance
d. It has no impact on parenting styles
C
What is the central truth of military service, as highlighted in the notes?
a. Predictable and comfortable lifestyle
b. Willingness to sacrifice personal freedoms
c. Constant access to psychological treatment
d. Avoidance of any form of denial
B
What does an individual’s personality reveal about them, according to the notes?
a. Their favorite color
b. How they see themselves, the world, and their relationships with others
c. Their daily routine
d. Their taste in music
B
According to the notes, why might differences between the personalities of military members and the general population increase over time?
a. Military members are more adaptable
b. The military culture has a homogenizing effect
c. General population members become more military-like
d. Military members resist change
B
How does the military context moderate the expression of personality variables, as per Darr (2011)?
a. By encouraging diversity
b. By discouraging conformity
c. By having a minimal influence
d. By strongly influencing personality expression
D
What is the unifying factor that makes a discussion of the military personality worthwhile?
a. Similarities between individual cultures of the Armed Forces
b. Lack of diversity among military personnel
c. Strict adherence to rules and regulations
d. Close resemblance to civilian culture
A
Which of the following is NOT one of the five factors in the Five Factor Model of Personality (FFM)?
a. Extraversion
b. Agreeableness
c. Imaginativeness
d. Conscientiousness
C
What does the dimension of extraversion in the FFM encompass, as defined by Barrick, Mount, and Judge (2001)?
a. Aversion to social situations
b. Sociability, dominance, ambition, positive emotionality, and excitement-seeking
c. Lack of ambition and positive emotionality
d. Strict adherence to rules and regulations
B