SWRK95: Midterm Info

What was the primary purpose of the Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen, and Abandoned Lands (Freedmen's Bureau) established in 1865?

A) To provide education and medical care to formerly enslaved African Americans
B) To manage immigration policies and settlement of refugees
C) To oversee Native American reservations and ensure fair treatment
D) To regulate labor laws in industrial cities

A

What was the primary purpose of the Federal Emergency Relief Act (FERA)?

a) To provide long-term employment opportunities to all U.S. citizens.

b) To offer immediate financial relief to states to support the unemployed during the Great Depression.

c) To establish the Social Security system for retired workers.

d) To provide funding for the construction of federal highways.

B

What was the main goal of the Dawes Act of 1887?

a) To grant U.S. citizenship to all Native Americans.

b) To divide Native American tribal lands into individual plots and encourage assimilation into U.S. society.

c) To preserve Native American cultural traditions and protect tribal lands.

d) To establish reservations where Native Americans could live under their own governance.

B. This reduced the amount of land Natives owned.

What is the primary goal of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program?

a) To provide lifelong financial support to low-income families.

b) To reduce dependency on government benefits by promoting work and self-sufficiency for low income

c) To offer free healthcare services to all citizens.

d) To focus solely on supporting elderly individuals in need.

B

What was the purpose of the Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) program?

a) To provide housing assistance to homeless individuals.

b) To offer financial support to families with children who had limited or no income.

c) To provide free education for children from low-income families.

d) To offer healthcare services to disabled individuals.

B

What was the primary purpose of the Elizabethan Poor Laws of 1601?

a) To establish the first public education system in England.

b) To provide employment opportunities for all citizens.

c) To create a system for caring for the poor by categorizing them into groups for assistance.

d) To ensure healthcare services for the elderly and disabled.

C

Treatment groups?

1. Therapy

2. Support

3. Socialization

4. Educational

5. Growth

What are almshouses, charity organizations, and poorhouses primarily designed to do?

A) Provide educational resources and training for the unemployed
B) Offer temporary shelter and services to those in poverty
C) Serve as recreational centers for community engagement
D) Conduct research on social welfare policies

B

How and why was the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) formed?

A) To unify social workers under a single national body for the purpose of promoting ethical standards and providing professional development.
B) To serve as a political action committee focused solely on legislative lobbying for social programs.
C) To create a certification board for social workers to standardize practice across the United States.
D) To offer direct financial assistance to social workers in need.

A

What is the primary difference between social insurance and public assistance?

A) Social insurance is based on the principle of need, while public assistance is funded through mandatory contributions from workers.
B) Social insurance provides benefits regardless of income, while public assistance is designed for individuals with low income and limited resources.
C) Social insurance requires individuals to pay into the system to receive benefits, while public assistance provides financial aid without requiring prior contributions.
D) Social insurance is solely for the elderly, while public assistance is available to all age groups.

C

What best describes cultural humility and respect in the context of social work?

A) An attitude that assumes one's own culture is superior to others, leading to paternalistic approaches.
B) The practice of engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds with openness, self-reflection, and a commitment to learning from them.
C) A set of rules that dictate how social workers should interact with clients based on their cultural backgrounds.
D) The belief that cultural knowledge is fixed and does not change over time, regardless of individual experiences.

B

What is the significance of lifelong learning in the context of cultural humility and respect in social work?

A) It implies that social workers should master all cultural knowledge and never seek further education.
B) It encourages social workers to continually engage with and learn from diverse communities to improve their practice and understanding.
C) It suggests that once a social worker has completed their education, they no longer need to learn about cultural issues.
D) It emphasizes that social workers should focus solely on their own cultural background and experiences.

B

What does the term "culture of poverty" refer to?

A) A set of social norms and behaviors that emerge among individuals living in poverty, often characterized by a lack of resources, education, and opportunities.
B) A universal lifestyle adopted by all individuals regardless of their socioeconomic status.
C) The idea that poverty is solely a result of individual failure and poor choices.
D) A government program aimed at alleviating poverty through financial aid and job training.

A

What does the term "feminization of poverty" refer to?

A) The increasing number of women who are living in poverty, often due to factors such as wage disparities, single parenthood, and limited access to resources.
B) The belief that poverty affects men more significantly than women in modern society.
C) The idea that all women, regardless of their socioeconomic status, are affected equally by poverty.
D) A governmental initiative aimed at reducing poverty among men.

A

What are the 5 E approaches?

A) Effectiveness, Efficiency, Ethical considerations, Evaluation of alternatives, Establishment of recommendations for positive change

• Effectiveness: Assessing whether a policy achieves its intended outcomes.

• Efficiency: Analyzing the optimal use of resources in policy implementation.

• Ethical considerations: Evaluating the moral implications and fairness of the policy.

• Evaluation of alternatives: Comparing different policy options to identify the best approach.

• Establishment of recommendations for positive change: Formulating actionable suggestions for policy improvement.

B) Engagement, Empowerment, Equality, Efficiency, and Evaluation

• Engagement: Involving stakeholders in the policy-making process.

• Empowerment: Supporting individuals to have a voice in decisions.

• Equality: Ensuring fairness across different groups.

• Efficiency: Analyzing resource utilization.

• Evaluation: Measuring the impact of policies.

C) Effectiveness, Enforcement, Efficiency, Ethical considerations, and Equity

• Effectiveness: Determining if a policy works.

• Enforcement: The methods used to implement the policy.

• Efficiency: Reviewing costs versus benefits.

• Ethical considerations: Ensuring moral alignment.

• Equity: Assessing fairness in outcomes.

D) Evaluation, Efficiency, Engagement, Ethical considerations, and Enforcement

• Evaluation: Analyzing the success of the policy.

• Efficiency: Reviewing how resources are used.

• Engagement: Involving the public in the process.

• Ethical considerations: Aligning with ethical standards.

• Enforcement: Ensuring compliance with the policy.

A