Social Policy and the Family 2010 Onwards
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What was the main aim of social policies regarding the family during the timeline of 1980-1990s, influenced by the New Right?

  • Promote single-parent households
  • Encourage communal living arrangements
  • Support extended family structures
  • Strengthen the traditional Nuclear family (correct)

Which policy made illegitimate children have the same rights as those born to wedded parents in 1993?

  • Married Men's Tax Allowance
  • Child Support Agency (correct)
  • Section 28
  • Children's Act 1989

During 1997-2010, what kind of families did New Labour policies favor?

  • Childless families
  • Single-parent households
  • Extended families living together
  • Duel earning families (correct)

Which policy allowed women to file for divorce from her husband without having to prove adultery, abuse, or abandonment?

<p>Divorce Reform Act (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant legislation introduced the Welfare state, including housing benefit and the NHS?

<p>Beveridge Report 1942 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which policy led to the removal of some family functions to the welfare state?

<p>Legalization of Contraceptive Pill 1967 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ideological state apparatus according to the text?

<p>To transmit the values of the state through social institutions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Cushioning Effect correlate with Parson's Warm Bath Theory in the text?

<p>Both theories posit that families provide protection from external harsh realities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of the superstructure refer to in the context of the text?

<p>Culture, political power structures, and roles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Marxist views discussed, why is the nuclear family significant?

<p>To maintain private inheritance and uphold capitalism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What criticism is leveled against deterministic family perspectives in the text?

<p>Assuming automatic adoption of societal norms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has the role of women in the family shifted from the traditional perspective outlined by Parsons?

<p>Women are now active participants in the workforce (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept is associated with individuals choosing their own family structures according to Giddens and Beck?

<p>Pure Relationships (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Stacey's research, who has predominantly led the change in family structures and responsibilities in society?

<p>Women (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe the family structure that includes key members like ex-partners and their new partners?

<p>Divorce-Extended Family (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has provided women with greater freedom and opportunity to shape their family arrangements according to the text?

<p>Contraception (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has enabled individuals to break free from traditional family roles based on class, gender, and religion?

<p>Technological Developments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the phenomenon where individuals are no longer constrained by ascribed roles?

<p>Individualisation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of social policies mentioned in the text?

<p>To improve society and address social issues (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Ronald Fletcher, what impact have health, education, and housing policies had on society?

<p>Led to the welfare state supporting families in completing their functions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Zaretsky, how does the family contribute to maintaining capitalism?

<p>By preventing the proletariat from recognizing their oppression (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do New Right proponents view the impact of social policies on society?

<p>As a negative influence promoting family diversity and societal disintegration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the family play in the generation of profits according to Zaretsky?

<p>Encouraging children to 'keep up with the Jones' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Feminism, what do social policies often assume about a 'normal family'?

<p>A patriarchal nuclear family with a male breadwinner and a female homemaker (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Marxists view the socialization role of the family compared to Functionalists?

<p>Marxists believe the family socializes the next generation into ruling class ideology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Marxists interpret family policy according to the text?

<p>As a way for the ruling class to maintain capitalist control (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason according to Zaretsky for targeting families in advertising?

<p>To increase sales and generate profits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of support for the family are provided by social policies mentioned in the text?

<p>Cash benefits through tax credits and child benefits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does 'Pester Power' primarily refer to?

<p>The influence of children on family purchases (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do Marxists criticize functionalists regarding family discussion?

<p>Ignoring the diverse roles within capitalist families (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor has contributed to the increased acceptability of divorce and cohabitation in society?

<p>Reduced religious influence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact do Wilson and Stuchbury highlight regarding cohabitation compared to marriage?

<p>Marriage is less stable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is cited as a reason for the rise in cohabitation based on economic factors?

<p>Rising house prices (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has the Divorce Reform Act made easier for individuals involved in a marriage?

<p>Dissolve marriages (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept does Giddens refer to in terms of the pursuit of ideal relationships?

<p>The Pure Relationship (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What issue do New Right Feminists associate with divorce in society?

<p>Erosion of social fabric (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are children of cohabiting parents often seen as disadvantaged?

<p>They lack legal protection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What trend has contributed to the increased likelihood of cohabitation before marriage?

<p>Economic factors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are individuals less motivated to have a religious ceremony for their wedding, according to the text?

<p>Changing expectations of marriage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has the increase in women's economic independence impacted the marriage trend?

<p>Reducing the need to marry for security (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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