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According to the United Nations, how is family defined?
According to the United Nations, how is family defined?
Which factor does NOT influence the definition of 'family'?
Which factor does NOT influence the definition of 'family'?
Which theory views the family as analogous to a living organism and emphasizes specific functions served by the family?
Which theory views the family as analogous to a living organism and emphasizes specific functions served by the family?
Which theory focuses on internal family dynamics and explores the interaction of family members?
Which theory focuses on internal family dynamics and explores the interaction of family members?
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Which term is used to describe applying kinship terms to individuals who are not blood relatives or legally related?
Which term is used to describe applying kinship terms to individuals who are not blood relatives or legally related?
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In the Iroquois kinship naming system, the term 'Father' was applied to which individuals?
In the Iroquois kinship naming system, the term 'Father' was applied to which individuals?
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Which term is used to describe the social rule that assigns identity based on ancestry?
Which term is used to describe the social rule that assigns identity based on ancestry?
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Which type of love involves a predisposition to help and exclusiveness and absorption?
Which type of love involves a predisposition to help and exclusiveness and absorption?
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During the European conquest, what impact did disease and warfare have on Native lifestyles?
During the European conquest, what impact did disease and warfare have on Native lifestyles?
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What characterized the First Demographic Transition?
What characterized the First Demographic Transition?
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What was a trend observed in early Asian immigrants to Canada?
What was a trend observed in early Asian immigrants to Canada?
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What is the focus of the Second Demographic Transition?
What is the focus of the Second Demographic Transition?
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According to Payne (1994), how does he define marriage?
According to Payne (1994), how does he define marriage?
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According to Murdock (1949), which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a family?
According to Murdock (1949), which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a family?
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According to Riedmann, Lamanna, Nelson (2003), what is a key aspect of a family?
According to Riedmann, Lamanna, Nelson (2003), what is a key aspect of a family?
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According to Macionis, Burkowicz, Jansson & Benoit (2020), how do they define family?
According to Macionis, Burkowicz, Jansson & Benoit (2020), how do they define family?
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During the courtship period from 1830-1880, which of the following was NOT a characteristic?
During the courtship period from 1830-1880, which of the following was NOT a characteristic?
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Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of dating from 1920-1945?
Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of dating from 1920-1945?
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What was a significant change in dating from 1960 to the present?
What was a significant change in dating from 1960 to the present?
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What societal factor influenced intentional singlehood in Canada?
What societal factor influenced intentional singlehood in Canada?
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Which country decriminalized homosexuality in 1969?
Which country decriminalized homosexuality in 1969?
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Which organization was formed in the 1970s to advocate for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community?
Which organization was formed in the 1970s to advocate for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community?
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Which decade saw the emergence of LGBT sub-cultures in Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto?
Which decade saw the emergence of LGBT sub-cultures in Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto?
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What major event in the 1980s led to increased activism and advocacy for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community?
What major event in the 1980s led to increased activism and advocacy for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community?
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Which country legalized same-sex marriage in 2004?
Which country legalized same-sex marriage in 2004?
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Which government was in power when same-sex marriage was legalized in Canada?
Which government was in power when same-sex marriage was legalized in Canada?
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Which theory emphasizes the importance of equity in relationships and recognizes that families experience periods of change and stability?
Which theory emphasizes the importance of equity in relationships and recognizes that families experience periods of change and stability?
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What are the key tasks for families during the 'Parenting Preschool Children' stage?
What are the key tasks for families during the 'Parenting Preschool Children' stage?
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Which perspective on family change suggests that as the state becomes more powerful, families decline in their importance?
Which perspective on family change suggests that as the state becomes more powerful, families decline in their importance?
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What characterized the power dynamics in Ancient Roman families?
What characterized the power dynamics in Ancient Roman families?
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What is the main focus of Family Development Theory?
What is the main focus of Family Development Theory?
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What are the key tasks for families during the 'Parenting Preschool Children' stage?
What are the key tasks for families during the 'Parenting Preschool Children' stage?
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What were the proposed family systems identified by Zimmerman?
What were the proposed family systems identified by Zimmerman?
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What were the teachings of Jesus and Paul regarding relationships?
What were the teachings of Jesus and Paul regarding relationships?
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Study Notes
Family Definitions
- According to the United Nations, family is defined as a group of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
Factors Influencing Family Definition
- The definition of family is NOT influenced by geography.
Family Theories
- The Organic Theory views the family as analogous to a living organism and emphasizes specific functions served by the family.
- The Interactionist Theory focuses on internal family dynamics and explores the interaction of family members.
Kinship Terms
- The term "fictive kin" is used to describe applying kinship terms to individuals who are not blood relatives or legally related.
- In the Iroquois kinship naming system, the term 'Father' was applied to maternal uncle and paternal uncle.
Social Rules
- The term "descent" is used to describe the social rule that assigns identity based on ancestry.
Types of Love
- Storge involves a predisposition to help and exclusiveness and absorption.
Impact of European Conquest
- Disease and warfare had a devastating impact on Native lifestyles during the European conquest.
Demographic Transitions
- The First Demographic Transition was characterized by a decline in mortality rates.
- The focus of the Second Demographic Transition is on low fertility rates.
Immigration and Marriage
- A trend observed in early Asian immigrants to Canada was that they often sent money back to their families.
- According to Payne (1994), marriage is defined as a social institution that is characterized by emotional attachment, economic cooperation, and mutual obligation.
- According to Murdock (1949), a characteristic of a family is NOT that it is a group of individuals who reside together.
- According to Riedmann, Lamanna, Nelson (2003), a key aspect of a family is that it is a group of individuals who are emotionally attached and share a residence.
- According to Macionis, Burkowicz, Jansson & Benoit (2020), family is defined as a group of individuals who are related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
Courtship and Dating
- During the courtship period from 1830-1880, one characteristic was that couples often met in supervised settings.
- During the dating period from 1920-1945, one characteristic was NOT that couples often went on group dates.
- A significant change in dating from 1960 to the present was the increase in casual dating and the decline of formal dating.
LGBTQ+ Rights
- Canada decriminalized homosexuality in 1969.
- The organization formed in the 1970s to advocate for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community was the LGBTQ+ movement.
- The decade that saw the emergence of LGBT sub-cultures in Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto was the 1970s.
- The major event in the 1980s that led to increased activism and advocacy for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community was the AIDS epidemic.
- Canada legalized same-sex marriage in 2005 during the Liberal government.
Family Theories and Dynamics
- The Social Exchange Theory emphasizes the importance of equity in relationships and recognizes that families experience periods of change and stability.
- The key tasks for families during the 'Parenting Preschool Children' stage are to provide care, guidance, and socialization.
- The perspective on family change that suggests that as the state becomes more powerful, families decline in their importance is the Paternal Patriarchal Theory.
- The power dynamics in Ancient Roman families were characterized by patriarchy.
- The main focus of Family Development Theory is on the stages of family development and the tasks that families must accomplish at each stage.
- The key tasks for families during the 'Parenting Preschool Children' stage are to provide care, guidance, and socialization.
- The proposed family systems identified by Zimmerman were nuclear, extended, and communal families.
- The teachings of Jesus and Paul regarding relationships emphasized the importance of love, respect, and mutual support.
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Test your knowledge of courtship practices from 1830 to 1920 with this quiz! Explore how courtship evolved during this time period, from the more formalized practices of the 19th century to the changing attitudes towards love and marriage in the early 20th century. Learn about the role of parents, the influence of separate spheres for men and women, and the impact of romantic love on courtship.
