Family Structures and Legacies: Lesson 1

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What is the simplest definition of family according to Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary?

A group of individuals living under one roof and usually under one head

According to the text, who defined the term 'family' as 'two or more persons who share resources, share responsibility for decisions, share values and goals, and have a commitment to each other over time'?

Filipino sociologist Belen Medina

In what ways do family structures and legacies change according to the text?

As social norms and standards undergo a paradigm shift

What is the primary unit that gives individuals their first experience of the world, according to the text?

<p>Family</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding one's family structure and the care one gives and receives important, according to the text?

<p>To have a better understanding of oneself</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about an individual's development based on their experiences and how they were cared for?

<p>It can have a great impact on an individual's development</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of the family as mentioned in the text?

<p>Shaping a child's behavior through experiences gained through the years</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the significance of love in the family?

<p>It encompasses everything and drives members of the family to do anything for the welfare of another</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is synonymous with 'procreation' as described in the text?

<p>Reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a nuclear family typically consist of according to the text?

<p>A mother, father, and their offspring</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the role of the father traditionally described in a nuclear family?

<p>Managing the household and finances</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sense of security' refer to in the context of the family as mentioned in the text?

<p>Providing a stable companionship and a feeling of not being alone in the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of socialization, what opportunities does the family provide for children according to the text?

<p>Opportunities for children to develop language and behavior through interactions within the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a single-parent family typically consist of according to the text?

<p>One parent caring for their children without a partner</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary duties of parents in a family structure according to the text?

<p>Taking care of basic needs such as food, shelter, and clothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are some immediate opportunities for children provided by the family?

<p>Opportunities to develop language and behavior through interactions within the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

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