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The family primarily regulates sexual behavior through social norms linked to marriage.
True
Families do not play a role in the economic activities in simple societies.
False
The Filipino family structure is primarily nuclear, but also includes extended families.
True
Blended families only create complications and do not offer any benefits.
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In Filipino families, roles are becoming more egalitarian rather than strictly patriarchal.
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Parents in a family do not contribute to the biological maintenance of their children.
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The compadre system only exists to create economic ties within a family.
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Children raised in a family learn societal norms during the socialization process.
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Blended families do not provide any role models for children.
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Social control is one of the functions fulfilled by families in society.
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Study Notes
Family Functions
- Families regulate sexual behavior and reproduction, typically within marriage to ensure societal continuation
- Families are responsible for socializing children by transmitting values, behaviors, and societal norms, preparing them for broader societal roles
- Family members provide care and support for children, ensuring physical and emotional well-being, as well as care for the elderly and dependents
- Family provides children with their initial social status, potentially influencing future opportunities
- Families regulate members' behavior to conform to societal norms and values
- Families play key roles in economic activities, education, and social participation, particularly in simple societies
Structural Characteristics of the Filipino Family
- The nuclear family is common in the Philippines, although extended kinship ties often expand these nuclear families
- Although extended families still exist due to economic necessity, nuclear families dominate in both rural and urban areas
- The compadre system strengthens family bonds through ceremonial sponsorships
- Filipino families are generally egalitarian, with shared decision-making between spouses
- While traditionally patriarchal, roles are now more balanced with fathers as breadwinners and mothers managing the household
- Blended families are increasingly common, merging children from previous relationships
- Despite challenges like conflicting roles and values, blended families offer diversity, financial support, and emotional stability
Blended Family Advantages
- Blended families teach all family members to appreciate greater diversity and differences
- More financial and emotional support is available for all family members
- Children benefit from two or more caring parents providing role models
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Explore the essential functions of families and their structural characteristics, specifically focusing on the Filipino family. This quiz covers the roles families play in society, their influence on socializing children, and the dynamics of nuclear and extended family structures. Test your knowledge of family sociology and its implications on social norms and economic activities.
