Family Definition and Origin
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What is the origin of the word 'family'?

  • Derived from the Greek word 'familia' meaning 'house'
  • Originated from the French word 'famille' meaning 'kin'
  • Derived from the Latin word 'famulus' meaning servant (correct)
  • Rooted in Old English meaning 'household'

    • According to Nimkoff, what does a family primarily constitute?

  • A long-standing association of individuals sharing a household (correct)
  • An extended network of relatives and kin
  • A transient grouping of people for mutual support
  • A group of people related by blood or marriage

    • In the context of the text, what distinguishes a family according to Nimkoff?

  • The financial resources available to the family unit
  • Longevity and stability of the relationship between individuals (correct)
  • Presence of children regardless of marital status
  • Ethnic or cultural similarities shared among members

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