Sociological Perspectives On The Family Key Terms

Question 1

Organic analogy

Answer 1

The comparison between the human body and society made by functionalist sociologists

Question 2

Primary socialisation

Answer 2

The teaching of norms values, culture and skills that happens within the family.

Question 3

Patriarchy

Answer 3

The systems of male power and authority that operate disadvantage women in society (feminist)

Question 4

Gender socialisation

Answer 4

The process by which children learn the cultural expectations of their gender. ( feminism)

Question 5

Canalisation

Answer 5

The way parents channel their children’s interests into toys, games and other activities that are seen as appropriate for their gender ( feminist)

Question 6

False class consciousness

Answer 6

When the proletariat or working class are not aware that they are being exploited by the ruling class (Marxist)

Question 7

Alienation

Answer 7

When workers feel cut off from their work and the things that they produce (Marxist)