Gender & family

Would you say that your marriage is very happy, pretty happy, or not too happy?

What do you think is the ideal number of children for a family to have?

A. Should divorce in this country be easier or more difficult to obtain than it is now?

A. Tell me if you agree or disagree with this statement: Most men are better suited emotionally for politics than are most women.

As you know, many older people share a home with their grown children. Do you think this is generally a good idea or a bad idea?

A. A working mother can establish just as warm and secure a relationship with her children as a mother who does not work.

D. It is much better for everyone involved if the man is the achiever outside the home and the woman takes care of the home and family.

C. A preschool child is likely to suffer if his or her mother works.

5. To help others when they need help

4. To work hard

3. To think for himself or herself

2. To be well-liked or popular

• To obey

Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree that it is sometimes necessary to discipline a child with a good, hard spanking?

Which if any of the following occurred in the last 4 weeks as a result of childcare being closed or unavailable? Select all that apply.

Which if any of the following occurred in the last 4 weeks as a result of childcare being closed or unavailable? Select all that apply.

If your party nominated a woman for President, would you vote for her if she were qualified for the job?

Do you approve or disapprove of a married woman earning money in business or industry if she has a husband capable of supporting her?

Where would you place yourself on this scale? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R)

Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Women should take care of running their homes and leave running the country up to men.

A. How many (more)?

Do you expect to have any (more) children?

C. Family life often suffers because men concentrate too much on their work.

A. What do you think the chances are these days that a man won't get a job or promotion while an equally or less qualified woman gets one instead? Is this very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or very unlikely these days?

(2000,2004: do you agree strongly, agree somewhat, neither agree nor disagree, disagree somewhat, or disagree strongly with this statement?)

Some people say that because of past discrimination, women should be given preference in hiring and promotion. Others say that such preference in hiring and promotion of women is wrong because it discriminates against men. What about your opinion - are you for or against preferential hiring and promotion of women? IF FOR:Do you favor preference in hiring and promotion strongly or not strongly? IF AGAINST:Do you oppose preference in hiring and promotion strongly or not strongly?

Because of past discrimination, employers should make special efforts to hire and promote qualified women.

B. What do you think the chances are these days that a woman won't get a job or promotion while an equally or less qualified man gets one instead? Is this very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or very unlikely these days?

Which if any of the following occurred in the last 4 weeks as a result of childcare being closed, unavailable, unaffordable, or because you are concerned about your child's safety in care? Select all that apply.

At any time in the last 4 weeks, were any children in the household unable to attend daycare or another childcare arrangement as a result of child care being closed, unavailable, unaffordable, or because you are concerned about your child's safety in care? Please include before school care, after school care, and all other forms of childcare that were unavailable. Select only one answer.

Which if any of the following occurred in the last 4 weeks as a result of childcare being closed, unavailable, unaffordable, or because you are concerned about your child's safety in care? Select all that apply.

(2000,2004: do you agree strongly, agree somewhat, neither agree nor disagree, disagree somewhat, or disagree strongly with this statement?)

B. Number of relatives dying since respondent 16 years old and prior to the last five years.

D. Death of sibling or sibling-in-law

C. Death of child or child's spouse

Divorces during the last five years.

A. Death of relatives during the last five years.

B. It is more important for a wife to help her husband's career than to have one herself.

Feminists – feeling thermometer

In the last 7 days, did your household use any of the following individuals or arrangements to look after the children in the household. Select all that apply.

In the last 7 days, did your household use any of the following individuals or arrangements to look after the children in the household. Select all that apply.

In the last 7 days, did your household use any of the following individuals or arrangements to look after the children in the household. Select all that apply.

In the last 7 days, did your household use any of the following individuals or arrangements to look after the children in the household. Select all that apply.

In the last 7 days, did your household use any of the following individuals or arrangements to look after the children in the household. Select all that apply.

In the last 7 days, did your household use any of the following individuals or arrangements to look after the children in the household. Select all that apply.

In the last 7 days, did your household use any of the following individuals or arrangements to look after the children in the household. Select all that apply.

In the last 7 days, did your household use any of the following individuals or arrangements to look after the children in the household. Select all that apply.

When the children were in these care settings, did you or anyone in the household PAY for childcare? Select only one answer.

Where would you place [president] on this scale? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R)

(Although there are a number of qualities that people feel that children should have, every person thinks that some are more important than others. I am going to read you pairs of desirable qualities. For each pair please tell me which one you think is more important for a child to have:) curiosity or good manners

(Although there are a number of qualities that people feel that children should have, every person thinks that some are more important than others. I am going to read you pairs of desirable qualities. For each pair please tell me which one you think is more important for a child to have:) obedience or self-reliance

(Although there are a number of qualities that people feel that children should have, every person thinks that some are more important than others. I am going to read you pairs of desirable qualities. For each pair please tell me which one you think is more important for a child to have:) being considerate or well behaved

(Although there are a number of qualities that people feel that children should have, every person thinks that some are more important than others. I am going to read you pairs of desirable qualities. For each pair please tell me which one you think is more important for a child to have:) independence or respect for elders

Where would you place [the Democratic Presidential Candidate] on this scale? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R)

Where would you place [the Republican Presidential Candidate] on this scale? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R)

B. How many (more) in the next five years?

B. Taking things all together, would you say that your relationship with your partner is very happy, pretty happy, or not too happy?

Do you feel in any way discriminated against on your job because of your gender?

C. All in all, family life suffers when the woman has a full-time job.

Prefer living with others - Are each of the following reasons why you live with these individuals?

Next we are going to ask about the childcare arrangements for children in the household. At any time in the last 4 weeks, were any children in the household unable to attend daycare or another childcare arrangement because of the coronavirus pandemic? Please include before school care, after school care, and all other forms of childcare that were unavailable. Select only one answer.

4. That he is neat and clean

10. That he is responsible

13. That he is a good student

3. That he is honest

9. That he obeys his parents well

5. That he has good sense and sound judgment

• That he has good manners

11. That he is considerate of others

6. That he has self-control

2. That he tries hard to succeed

7. That he acts like a boy (she acts like a girl)

12. That he is interested in how and why things happen

8. That he gets along well with other children

C. After the youngest child starts school.

F. People who want children ought to get married.

B. When there is a child under school age.

B. It is alright for a couple to live together without intending to get married.

To care for family member or friend - You indicated that you live with (your parents, adult chidren who are not in school, you siblings, or) someone outside of your immediate family. Are each of the following reasons why you live with these individuals?

To receive help with child care - You indicated that you live with (your parents, adult chidren who are not in school, you siblings, or) someone outside of your immediate family. Are each of the following reasons why you live with these individuals?

I. A husband's job is to earn money; a wife's job is to look after the home and family.

F. Being a housewife is just as fulfilling as working for pay.

C. Having children interferes too much with the freedom of parents.

E. A job is alright, but what most women really want is a home and children.

All in all, what do you think is the ideal number of children for a family to have? Please just write a number in the box below.

B. Watching children grow up is life's greatest joy.

A. Married people are generally happier than unmarried people.

A. Number of relatives divorced last year.

B. Number of relatives divorced during previous four years.

Your spouse's or partner's parent - Do you regularly provide unpaid help or care to each of the following people due to aging, disability, or illness?

An adult child (age 18 or older) - Do you regularly provide unpaid help or care to each of the following people due to aging, disability, or illness?

When it comes to taking care of your children when they are at home, which of the following statements best describes the caretaking responsibilities?

Your spouse or partner- Do you regularly provide unpaid help or care to each of the following people due to aging, disability, or illness?

Do you regularly provide unpaid help or care to an adult relative or friend who needs assistance due to aging, disability, or illness?

Your parent - Do you regularly provide unpaid help or care to each of the following people due to aging, disability, or illness?

Another relative - Do you regularly provide unpaid help or care to each of the following people due to aging, disability, or illness?

Should divorce in this country be easier or more difficult to obtain than it is now?

Should divorce in this country be easier or more difficult to obtain than it is now?

What do you think the chances are these days that a woman won't get a job or promotion while an equally or less qualified man gets one instead. Is this very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or very unlikely these days?

What do you think the chances are these days that a woman won't get a job or promotion while an equally or less qualified man gets one instead. Is this very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or very unlikely these days

Please indicate if you agree or disagree with this statement: Most men are better suited emotionally for politics than are most women.

Please indicate if you agree or disagree with this statement: Most men are better suited emotionally for politics than are most women.

How is the baby in your household fed (in addition to any solid foods the baby may be consuming)? If there is more than one baby, please report on the youngest.

B. And what about your spouse/partner? On average, how many hours a week does he/she spend on household work, not including childcare or leisure time activities?

A. On average, how many hours a week do you personally spend on household work, not including childcare and leisure time activities?

A. Does the laundry?

D. Shops for groceries?

A. A man's job is to earn money; a woman's job is to look after the home and family.

F. Prepares the meals?

C. Cares for sick family members?

[Other] Are each of the following reasons why you live with these individuals?

[Divorce] Which of the following did you or your family living with you experience in the past year?

A. One parent can bring up a child as well as two parents together.

A. A working mother can establish just as warm and secure a relationship with her children as a mother who does not work.

B. A pre-school child is likely to suffer if his or her mother works.

Divorce is usually the best solution when a couple can't seem to work out their marriage problems.

C. Time with your family?

B. Time doing household work?

C. It's a good idea for a couple who intend to get married to live together first.

D. After the children leave home.

A. After marrying and before there are children.

E. It is better to have a bad marriage than no marriage at all.

F. People who have never had children lead empty lives.

H. Both the husband and the wife should contribute to the household income.

10. That a child is responsible

5. That a child has good sense and sound judgment

• That a child has good manners

13. That a child is a good student

12. That a child is interested in how and why things happen

11. That a child is considerate of others"

6. That a child has self-control

4. That a child is neat and clean

3. That a child is honest

7. That he acts like a boy or she acts like a girl

8. That a child gets along well with other children

9. That a child obeys his or her parents well

2. That a child tries hard to succeed

Do you approve or disapprove of the Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution (1978,1980: sometimes called the ERA amendment)?

Headstart or another preschool that you don't pay for - In the past week, did you use any of the following forms of unpaid childcare (select all that apply)?

A nonrelative such as a friend or neighbor - In the past week, did you use any of the following forms of unpaid childcare (select all that apply)?

Did not use unpaid childcare - In the past week, did you use any of the following forms of unpaid childcare (select all that apply)?

B. Being married.

In the past week, did you use any paid childcare?

In the past week, how many hours did you use paid childcare?

Child's sibling - In the past week, did you use any of the following forms of unpaid childcare (select all that apply)?

Other unpaid childcare (please specify) - In the past week, did you use any of the following forms of unpaid childcare (select all that apply)?

Another relative other than the parent - In the past week, did you use any of the following forms of unpaid childcare (select all that apply)?

C. Having children.

Child's grandparent - In the past week, did you use any of the following forms of unpaid childcare (select all that apply)?

In the past week, how many hours did you use the unpaid childcare you just mentioned?

B. How willing would you be to spend an evening socializing with (John/Mary)'s family?

A. How willing would you be to move next door to (John/Mary)'s family? -- definitely willing, probably willing, probably unwilling, or definitely unwilling?

G. In your opinion, how likely is it that (John/Mary)'s situation MIGHT be caused by lacking discipline in the home?

Does the household cleaning?

Still thinking about the same couple, if both are in a similar work situation and are eligible for paid leave, how should this paid leave period be divided between the mother and the father?

Who do you think should primarily cover the costs of childcare for children under school age?

H. A single father can bring up his child as well as a married couple.

As you know, many older people share a home with their grown children. Do you think this is generally a good idea or a bad idea?

And, in your opinion, which of these options would be the least desirable?

People have different views on childcare for children under school age. Who do you think should primarily provide childcare?

And on average, how many hours a week does he/she spend looking after family members (e.g. children, elderly, ill or disabled family members)?

To save money - You indicated that you live with (your parent(s) and/or your adult children who are not in school). Are each of the following reasons why you live with them?

To provide help with childcare or medical care - You indicated that you live with (your parent(s) and/or your adult children who are not in school). Are each of the following reasons why you live with them?

As you know, many older people share a home with their grown children. Do you think this is generally a good idea or a bad idea?

A. On average, how many hours a week do you spend looking after family members (e.g. children, elderly, ill or disabled family members)?

Consider a family with a child under school age. What, in your opinion, is the best way for them to organize their family and work life? Should…

E. Having children increases people's social standing in society.

To help them financially - You indicated that you live with (your parent(s) and/or your adult children who are not in school). Are each of the following reasons why you live with them?

G. A single mother can bring up her child as well as a married couple.

Consider a couple who both work full-time and now have a new born child. One of them stops working for some time to care for their child. Do you think there should be paid leave available and, if so, for how long?

Gender - In the past 12 months, did you personally experience discrimination due to each of the following characteristics?

L. Being born a man or a woman -- how important is that for getting ahead in life?

A. Adult children have a duty to look after their elderly parents

Which of the following best applies to the sharing of household work between you and your spouse/partner?

B. Makes small repairs around the house?

Who usually makes/made the decisions about how to bring up your children?

A. Do you agree or disagree ... both the husband and the wife should contribute to the household income.

2. Separate from your husband/wife/partner.

3. Break up with a steady boyfriend/girlfriend or fiance(e).

• Have serious trouble with your husband/wife/partner.

4. Have serious trouble with a child.

D. And how about after the children left home?

A. After marrying and before you had children?

C. After the youngest child started school?

A. Working women should receive paid maternity leave when they have a baby.

B. Families should receive financial benefits for child care when both parents work.

B. And what about when a child was under school age?

TWO, it is more important to be a self-reliant person able to take care of oneself

Do you have a main romantic involvement - a (man/woman) you think of as a steady, a lover, a partner, or whatever?

How likely is it that you two will get married? Would you say that it is very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or very unlikely?

Are you the person who is responsible for doing the general domestic duties - like cleaning, cooking, washing and so on - in your household?

If the right person came along, would you like to be married?

B. Personal freedom is more important than the companionship of marriage.

A. How important is the women's rights issue to you--would you say it is one of the most important, important, not very important, or not important at all?

Sometimes at work people find themselves the object of sexual advances, propositions, or unwanted sexual discussions from co-workers or supervisors. The advances sometimes involve physical contact and sometimes just involve sexual conversations. Has this ever happened to you?

If the husband in a family wants children, but the wife decides that she does not want any children, is it all right for the wife to refuse to have children?

Do you think your being a (man/woman) makes your promotion opportunities better or worse?

Did you live with your husband/wife before you got married?

Which of these would you say is more important in preparing children for life…

G. Having a job is the best way for a woman to be an independent person.

D. The main purpose of marriage these days is to have children.

Were you ever divorced?

C. The main advantage of marriage is that it gives financial security.

B. Would you say that most men are better suited emotionally for politics than are most women, that men and women are equally suited, or that women are better suited than men in this area?

Have you heard or read about the Equal Rights Amendment?

A. Do you understand what the Equal Rights Amendment means?

B. Do you strongly favor, somewhat favor, somewhat oppose, or strongly oppose this amendment?

‘Women should stay out of politics’

NOTE: This variable originates on the GSS Next follow-on, and should not be analyzed without the GSS Next-specific weights WTSSPS_NEXT or WTSSNRPS_NEXT

NOTE: This variable originates on the GSS Next follow-on, and should not be analyzed without the GSS Next-specific weights WTSSPS_NEXT or WTSSNRPS_NEXT

Over the past year have you...(Check all that apply) [Divorced]

Over the past year have you...(Check all that apply) [Had a child]

Do you agree or disagree? Family life often suffers because women concentrate too much on their work.

NOTE: FEMSELF1, FEMSEE1, MASCSELF1 and MASCSEE1 are part of a BALLOT/FORM randomization. On BALLOT=2, all items were asked at the start of the High Risk Behaviors module, and on BALLOT=3, all items were asked at the end. For FORM=1, FEMSELF1 and FEMSEE1 were asked first, and for FORM=2, MASCSELF1 and MASCSEE1 were asked first.

NOTE: FEMSELF1, FEMSEE1, MASCSELF1 and MASCSEE1 are part of a BALLOT/FORM randomization. On BALLOT=2, all items were asked at the start of the High Risk Behaviors module, and on BALLOT=3, all items were asked at the end. For FORM=1, FEMSELF1 and FEMSEE1 were asked first, and for FORM=2, MASCSELF1 and MASCSEE1 were asked first.

Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? [Women seek to gain power by getting control over men.]

How likely in your opinion is it (VIGNAME) would spread rumors about his/her classmates?

Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? [Women are too easily offended.]

Over the past year have you...(Check all that apply) [Married]

NOTE: FEMSELF1, FEMSEE1, MASCSELF1 and MASCSEE1 are part of a BALLOT/FORM randomization. On BALLOT=2, all items were asked at the start of the High Risk Behaviors module, and on BALLOT=3, all items were asked at the end. For FORM=1, FEMSELF1 and FEMSEE1 were asked first, and for FORM=2, MASCSELF1 and MASCSEE1 were asked first.

NOTE: FEMSELF1, FEMSEE1, MASCSELF1 and MASCSEE1 are part of a BALLOT/FORM randomization. On BALLOT=2, all items were asked at the start of the High Risk Behaviors module, and on BALLOT=3, all items were asked at the end. For FORM=1, FEMSELF1 and FEMSEE1 were asked first, and for FORM=2, MASCSELF1 and MASCSEE1 were asked first.

Currently, how many hours per week do you use paid childcare?

People may have different perceptions about who they consider to be close relatives. Imagine a person living with a partner and their children. Which of the following options comes closest to who you would consider to be his/her close relatives?

Please consider a family with a father and a mother raising a child who is five years old. In your opinion, which parent should do the following? Who should... ...provide for the family financially?

Over the past year have you... [Married]

People have different opinions about how much responsibility women and men should have for the home and family. Which of the following statements comes closest to your opinion?

NOTE: This variable originates on the GSS Next follow-on, and should not be analyzed without the GSS Next-specific weights WTSSPS_NEXT or WTSSNRPS_NEXT

NOTE: This variable originates on the GSS Next follow-on, and should not be analyzed without the GSS Next-specific weights WTSSPS_NEXT or WTSSNRPS_NEXT

While some people think that close relatives should be the most important people in one"s life, others think that it should be close friends who are the most important. Which view is closer to your opinion? Please choose a number on a scale of 1 to 7 whe

(In your opinion, which parent should do the following? Who should...) ...take time to listen to and advise the child if he/she has problems?

(In your opinion, which parent should do the following? Who should...) ...try to be a role model for the child?

Consider another couple living with their two children who has enough space in their home for someone to come and stay. The father of one of them recently became a widower. Although he is in good health, he is feeling lonely. In your opinion, do you think

Over the past year have you... [Had a child]

(In your household who does the following things...?) Plans and organizes social and family activities?

(In your opinion, which parent should do the following? Who should...) ...play with the child, and take part in his/her leisure activities?

Please consider the following positions and select the options that come closest to your own opinion.) Senior executive of a large company

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(In your opinion, which parent should do the following? Who should...) ...teach the child how to behave?

Which of the following best applies to the sharing of household work between you and your spousepartfill?

NOTE: This variable originates on the GSS Next follow-on, and should not be analyzed without the GSS Next-specific weights WTSSPS_NEXT or WTSSNRPS_NEXT

(In your opinion, which parent should do the following? Who should...) ...take care of the child on a daily basis?

Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? [Women seek to gain power by getting control over men.]

Consider an elderly couple. One of their grandchildren is in need of temporary financial help because the company he/she worked for closed down recently. Do you think they should, or should not, try their best to help their grandchild financially? Pleas

(To what extent do you agree or disagree...?) A pre-school child is likely to suffer if his or her mother works.

People may have different opinions about whether women or men are best suited to serve in certain leadership positions. Please consider the following positions and select the options that come closest to your own opinion. A member of the cabinet in the f

Over the past year have you... [Divorced]

People have different opinions about responsibilities towards relatives. Consider a couple living with their two children who has enough space in their home for someone to come and stay. A sibling of one of the couple needs a place to stay for a few mo

People have different opinions about how well mothers and fathers are suited to look after their children. Which of the following statements comes closest to your opinion?

(Please consider the following positions and select the options that come closest to your own opinion.) Head of a university

Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? [Women are too easily offended.]

To begin, we have some questions about women. To what extent do you agree or disagree...? A working mother can establish just as warm and secure a relationship with her children as a mother who does not work.

Prefer living with others - You indicated that you live with (your parents(s) and/or your adult chidren who are not in school). Are each of the following reasons why you live with them?

To receive help with childcare or medical care - You indicated that you live with (your parents(s) and/or your adult chidren who are not in school). Are each of the following reasons why you live with them?

Over the past year have you... [Divorced]

Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? [Women seek to gain power by getting control over men.]

Over the past year have you... [Married]

A grandparent who is not living with you - Prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March, did you regularly use any of the following types of child care:

Over the past two years, Congress voted on many issues. Do you support each of the following proposals? [Require equal pay for women and men who are doing similar jobs and have similar qualifications.]

Public preschool, Head Start, or Early Head Start - Prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March, did you regularly use any of the following types of child care:

A private daycare, private preschool, or child care center - Prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March, did you regularly use any of the following types of child care:

Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? [Women are too easily offended.]

Has your access to child care been disrupted since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March?

Someone else living outside your household - Prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March, did you regularly use any of the following types of child care:

Over the past year have you... [Had a child]

you agree or disagree with the following statements? [Feminists are making entirely reasonable demands of men. Do]

OVER THE PAST YEAR have you... [Had a child]

Religions are usually a barrier to equality between women and men.

OVER THE PAST YEAR have you... [Married]

In your opinion, does your religion treat men and women equally, treat men better than women, or treat women better than men?

In general, do your family members put pressure on you about the way you live or organize your personal life?

you agree or disagree with the following statements? [When women lose to men in a fair competition, they typically complain about being discriminated against. Do]

OVER THE PAST YEAR have you... [Divorced]

Have you ever remained or would you remain in a job that was not satisfying for you for the benefit of your family life?

[Divorce] Have you and your family living with you experienced each of the following events in the past 12 months?

Promote equality between men and women? (Would you say...)

Have you ever given up or would you give up good job opportunities for the benefit of your family life?

[Death of primary breadwinner] Have you and your family living with you experienced each of the following events in the past 12 months?

As you know, many older people move into the homes of their grown children. Do you think this is generally a good idea or a bad idea?

As you know, many grown children move back home to live with their parents. Do you think this is generally a good idea or a bad idea?

[To care for sick/disabled/elderly family member or friend] Please select all the reasons below that you (and your immediate family) currently live with your adult children, your or your spouse/partner's parents, your or your spouse/partner's extended family, or roommates?

[To receive assistance with child care] Please select all the reasons below that you (and your immediate family) currently live with your adult children, your or your spouse/partner's parents, your or your spouse/partner's extended family, or roommates?

[Other] Please select all the reasons below that you (and your immediate family) currently live with your adult children, your or your spouse/partner's parents, your or your spouse/partner's extended family, or roommates?

[Having a child] What majore life decision(s) did you delay?

What major life decision(s) did you delay? [Marriage]

[Had a baby] Which of the following did you or your family living with you exper

F. Adult children are an important source of help for elderly parents.

When you and your (spouse/partner) make decisions about choosing shared weekend activities, who has the final say?

B. After the youngest child started school?

A. When a child was under school age?

D. Having children restricts the employment and career chances of one or both parents.

B. And who should pay for this leave? The government, the employer, both the government and the employer, or other sources?

B. After the youngest child started school?

A. When a child was under school age?

C. Children are a financial burden on their parents.

Have you ever legally adopted a child?

Have any children who at the time were under age 18 ever lived with you under your care and responsibility?

Have you ever (given birth to (IF FEMALE)/fathered (IF MALE)) a child?

C. I am usually willing to sacrifice my own wishes to let the one I love achieve his/hers.

6. Did you obtain a divorce or separation during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH) 2003?

14. Father or Mother

12. Husband or Wife

D. I would endure all things for the sake of the one I love.

13. Child

B. I cannot be happy unless I place the one I love's happiness before my own.

A. I would rather suffer myself than let the one I love suffer.

No longer living in their parents' household

How often do you and your spouse/partner disagree about the sharing of household work?

E. A job is alright, but what most women really want is a home and children.

A. A working mother can establish just as warm and secure a relationship with her children as a mother who does not work.

A. By what age should this normally occur?

I. In your opinion, how likely is it that this youth's/child's situation will improve on its own? Is it very likely, somewhat likely, not very likely, or not at all likely?

A. By what age should this normally occur?

E. Does the household cleaning?

C. All in all, family life suffers when the woman has a full-time job.

A. There are so many things to do at home, I often run out of time before I get them all done.

Financially independent from their parents/guardians

A. By what age should this normally occur?

B. Buying major things for the home

B. A pre-school child is likely to suffer if his or her mother works.

A. Do you agree or disagree ... both the husband and the wife should contribute to the household income.

B. Men ought to do a larger share of childcare than they do now.

A. Men ought to do a larger share of household work than they do now.

Do you think that women should work outside the home full-time, part-time or not at all, when a couple has not yet had a child?

F. Being a housewife is just as fulfilling as working for pay.

A. A man's job is to earn money; a woman's job is to look after the home and family.

get married

A. Choosing shared weekend activities

Have a child

Be capable of supporting a family financially

G. Having a job is the best way for a woman to be an independent person.

About how long would it take to get to where your mother lives? Think about the time it usually takes door to door.

A. By what age should this normally occur?

A. By what age should this normally occur?

D. Fourth listed child?

C. Third listed child?

A. First listed child?

B. Respecting the Rights of Women

C. Third listed child?

B. Second listed child?

B. Second listed child?

C. Third listed child?

B. Second listed child?

D. Fourth listed child?

C. Third listed child?

A. First listed child?

D. Fourth listed child?

A. First listed child?

D. Fourth listed child?

A. First listed child?

B. Second listed child?

C. Children

A. Full-time homemaker

C. The way society is set up, women don't have much choice. How important do you think this reason is for explaining why women are more likely to take care of children?

E. No one

C. Women with management or professional jobs

B. Women's family responsibilities keep them from putting as much time and effort into their jobs as men do. How important Do you think this reason is for explaining why women earn less?

And what about boys growing up today? Do you think their chances for a happy family life will be better than yours, about the same, or worse than yours?

B. Deciding whether or not to buy bedroom furniture.

B. Women

Think about girls growing up today: Do you think their chances for a happy family life will be better than yours, about the same, or worse than yours?

If the wife in a family wants children, but the husband decides that he does not want any children, is it all right for the husband to refuse to have children.

C. How fair do you feel the division of work around the house is in your household? Would you say that it is fair to both you and your spouse or partner, unfair to you, or unfair to your spouse or partner?

C. Children

A. Men

C. Employers tend to give men better paying jobs than they give women. How important do you think this reason is for explaining why women earn less?

A. Men work harder on the job than women Do. How important do you think this reason is for explaining why women earn less?

C. Deciding on major charitable gifts.

A.

A. How much of this work do you do?

A. Deciding whether or not to buy an automobile.

A. Men

B. How much does your spouse or partner do?

E. No one

E. It is God's will that women care for children. How important do you think this reason is for explaining why women are more likely to take care of children?

When reading, watching, or listening to the news, how often do you pay attention to issues that especially affect women - very often, fairly often, not too often, or never?

C.

B.

Do you think of yourself as a feminist or not?

D. Men have more freedom to do other things. How important do you think this reason is for explaining why women are more likely to take care of children?

D. Men

A. Women are biologically better-suited to care for children. How important do you think this reason is for explaining why women are more likely to take care of children?

F. You, yourself

Recently, some married couples who are unable to have children have paid women, called "surrogate mothers," to bear a child for them. When the child is born, the couple becomes its adoptive parents and the surrogate mother receives a fee. Do you think that this practice should be permitted or forbidden under the law?

E. Children

B. Women

As you know, when a parent is unable to care for a baby, the parent often puts the baby up for adoption. For certaIn kinds of babies, the number of couples who want to adopt is much greater than the number of babies available for adoption. What do you think is the best way to match birth mothers with couples who want to adopt?

B. Women with working-class jobs

D. Everyone

Taking things all together, how would you describe your romantic relationship? Would you say that your relationship is very happy, pretty happy, or not too happy?

How successful do you feel at balancing your paid work and your family life? Do you feel...

D. Everyone

B. Women are taught from childhood how to care for children. How important do you think this reason is for explaining why women are more likely to take care of children?

B. Makes small repairs around the house.

Did you ever live with a partner you didn't marry?

Obedience and respect for authority are the most important virtues children should learn.

A. Does the laundry.

Have you been married more than once?

E. Decides what to have for dinner.

A. When there are children in the family, parents should stay together even if they don't get along.

B. It is not good if the man stays at home and cares for the children and the woman goes out to work.