Revision Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the definition of a family in sociology?
A family is a social unit consisting of individuals who are related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
True or False: All households are families.
False.
Fill in the blank: A _________ family consists of two parents and their children.
nuclear
What is a household?
A household is a group of individuals living together, regardless of their relationship.
Which term describes a family that includes relatives beyond the nuclear family?
extended family
True or False: Blended families are formed when one or both partners have children from previous relationships.
True.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of family structure? A) Nuclear B) Extended C) Isolated D) Blended
C) Isolated
What term is used to describe the movement of families from one area to another?
migration
Fill in the blank: A family that is formed through marriage and has children is known as a _______ family.
marital
What is the primary function of a family according to sociology?
To provide emotional support and socialization for its members.
True or False: The concept of family is the same across all cultures.
False.
What is a single-parent family?
A family structure where one parent raises their children without the other parent.
Multiple Choice: Which type of family structure is characterized by multiple generations living together? A) Nuclear B) Extended C) Blended D) Same-sex
B) Extended
What does the term ‘household composition’ refer to?
The makeup of individuals living in a household, including relationships and number of members.
Fill in the blank: Families can be classified as _______ based on their structure and relationships.
diverse
True or False: Same-sex families are recognized as legitimate family structures in some cultures.
True.
What is the primary role of socialization within a family?
To teach children the norms, values, and behaviors of their culture.
Multiple Choice: Which sociologist is known for their work on family dynamics? A) Karl Marx B) Émile Durkheim C) Max Weber D) Talcott Parsons
D) Talcott Parsons
What does the term ‘family life cycle’ refer to?
The stages families go through over time, from formation to dissolution.
Fill in the blank: The _______ theory emphasizes the importance of family roles and functions.
functional
True or False: Cohabitation is when two individuals live together without being married.
True.
What is the significance of the concept of ‘kinship’ in sociology?
Kinship refers to the social bonds that connect individuals through family ties.
Multiple Choice: Which family structure includes children from previous relationships? A) Nuclear B) Blended C) Extended D) Same-sex
B) Blended
What is a matriarchal family?
A family structure in which the mother or oldest female is the head of the family.
