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In what context would the phrase 'Don't wash your dirty linen in public' most likely be used?
In what context would the phrase 'Don't wash your dirty linen in public' most likely be used?
- When suggesting a family resolve their issues privately. (correct)
- When encouraging open discussion about community problems.
- When advising someone to use a professional laundry service.
- When recommending a thorough cleaning of household textiles.
Which set of relationships represents individuals typically found in an extended family but not necessarily in a nuclear family?
Which set of relationships represents individuals typically found in an extended family but not necessarily in a nuclear family?
- Stepmother, stepfather.
- Husband, wife, offsprings.
- Uncle, aunt, nephew. (correct)
- Parents, siblings.
What does it imply when a person is described as the 'black sheep' of the family?
What does it imply when a person is described as the 'black sheep' of the family?
- They are the most traditional member of the family.
- They are considered an odd or disgraceful member of the family. (correct)
- They are the wealthiest member of the family.
- They are considered to be the most successful member of the family.
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a family successfully bridging the generation gap?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a family successfully bridging the generation gap?
A family consistently displays comfort, protection, and respect towards each other. Which of the following challenges might they still encounter?
A family consistently displays comfort, protection, and respect towards each other. Which of the following challenges might they still encounter?
What underlying principle is emphasized when a family establishes a motto and collectively works towards common dreams?
What underlying principle is emphasized when a family establishes a motto and collectively works towards common dreams?
How might a family demonstrate that 'all of us do our share' effectively?
How might a family demonstrate that 'all of us do our share' effectively?
Which scenario exemplifies a family helping each other 'get through tough times'?
Which scenario exemplifies a family helping each other 'get through tough times'?
What does the expression 'Like father like son' suggest about family dynamics?
What does the expression 'Like father like son' suggest about family dynamics?
In the context of family relationships, what does 'to be responsible for' primarily involve?
In the context of family relationships, what does 'to be responsible for' primarily involve?
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Nuclear family
Nuclear family
Parents and children living together.
Extended family
Extended family
A family that includes relatives besides parents and children (e.g., grandparents, aunts, uncles).
Offsprings
Offsprings
Children of a person or couple.
Bring up children
Bring up children
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Get on well with someone
Get on well with someone
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Family motto
Family motto
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Generation gap
Generation gap
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Come to an agreement
Come to an agreement
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Head of the family
Head of the family
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Study Notes
- The terms "parents" and "siblings" denote immediate family members.
- "Elder" and "younger" are used to differentiate siblings by age.
- "Uncle/aunt" refers to the siblings of one's parents.
- "Nephew/niece" refers to the children of one's siblings.
- "Husband/wife" describes a married couple.
- "Stepmother/stepfather" refers to a parent's spouse who is not one's biological parent.
- "(Grand)daughter/(grand)son," collectively known as "(grand)children," are the children of one's children or grandchildren.
- "Offsprings" is a general term for one's children.
- A family can be described as "a family of four" to indicate its size.
- Strong family relationships are characterized by openness: "We don't have any secrets from each other."
- Harmonious families "hardly ever quarrel."
- The "head of the family" is the person who assumes leadership or responsibility.
- In a functional family, "all of us do our share" of the work.
- Families "discuss everyday affairs" to stay connected and informed.
- Supporting each other is essential "to help each other get through tough times."
- Families provide "comfort, protection, respect."
- Families "build a feeling of belonging" among their members.
- "Don't wash your dirty linen in public" means to keep family problems private.
- "Every family has a black sheep" acknowledges that some family members may be considered outcasts.
- "There is no place like home" emphasizes the unique comfort and security found in one's family home.
- "Like father like son" suggests that sons often resemble their fathers in character or behavior.
- "Men make houses, women make homes" highlights the different roles individuals play in turning a house into a home.
- "He got out of bed on the wrong side" describes someone who is in a bad mood.
- "To get on well with smb" means to have a good relationship with someone.
- "To bring up children" means to raise children.
- A family motto is a guiding principle or value.
- Potential challenges within families are a "lack of privacy."
- "To bridge the generation gap" means to overcome differences in understanding between older and younger family members.
- "To come to an agreement" refers to reaching a consensus or compromise.
- Strong families share "common interests, purposes, dreams."
- "To be responsible for" indicates a duty or obligation towards family members.
- An "extended family" includes multiple generations living together or nearby.
- A "nuclear family" consists of parents and their children.
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