10 Questions
According to Merriam-Webster, a family can be defined as a group of persons of what?
Common ancestry
What is the primary purpose of a family, according to Duvall (1985)?
To create and maintain a common culture
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a family as a social system?
Closed system
What is the term for the process by which a family exchanges energy with the environment?
Input-output relationship
What is the term for the acquired knowledge that family members use to interpret their experiences and generate behaviors?
Family culture
Which of the following is an example of a non-traditional family structure?
Unmarried cohabiting partners
What is the primary function of a family, according to Allender and Spradley?
To maintain the family as a viable unit
Which stage of the family life cycle involves establishing a mutually satisfying marriage/relationship?
Beginning
What is the term for the boundaries that separate a family from the outside world?
Family/community boundaries
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a family's energy exchange?
Isolation
Test your understanding of the definition of a family unit, including the different types of family structures and their characteristics. Explore the various meanings and forms of family in society. This quiz is ideal for sociology students or anyone interested in social sciences.
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