Family Studies: Explore the Functions and Structures of Families

Question 1

Which of the following characteristics is most closely associated with the extended family structure?

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Multigenerational family residing in a shared household

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Isolated nuclear family unit

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Focus on individual economic activities

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Strong patriarchal leadership

Question 2

How has the concept of "blended families" emerged in response to changing family patterns?

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Describes families formed through divorce and subsequent remarriage

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Reinforces the importance of traditional biological relationships

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Promotes a rigid and conservative family model

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Is a legal term for non-traditional family structures

Question 3

Which sociological perspective emphasizes the nuclear family as the fundamental unit of society?

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Structural functionalist perspective

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Feminist perspective

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Symbolic interactionist perspective

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Conflict perspective

Question 4

In contemporary society, which of the following is NOT a core function of the family?

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Manufacturing consumer goods

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Socializing children

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Providing emotional support

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Regulating sexual behavior

Question 5

According to Functionalist theory, the family is viewed as a:

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Social institution that upholds societal order and stability

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Source of conflict and social inequality

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Arbitrary and unnecessary social structure

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Temporary and fluid arrangement based on individual connections

Question 6

The concept of 'family values' can be best described as:

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Socially constructed and subject to cultural interpretation

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A set of fixed and universal beliefs about family life

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Universally accepted across all cultures

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Legally defined and enforced by the state

Question 7

The 'gendered division of labor' in the family refers to:

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The unequal distribution of household and childcare responsibilities based on gender

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The equal sharing of all household tasks between partners

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The complete absence of household and childcare responsibilities for men

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The sole responsibility of women for all household and childcare duties

Question 8

The concept of 'family resilience' refers to:

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The ability of families to cope with and adapt to challenging circumstances

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The absence of any problems or challenges within a family

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The presence of a strong and supportive extended family network

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Government policies that provide financial assistance to families

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a traditional function of the family unit, as identified by sociological theory?

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Participating in political campaigns

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Socializing children

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Offering economic support

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Providing emotional support

Question 10

Which sociological perspective analyzes the family unit as a microcosm reflecting the larger societal structure?

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Functionalism

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Conflict theory

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Symbolic interactionism

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Feminist theory

Question 11

What is the term used to describe the increasing diversity and variation in family structures observed in contemporary society?

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Family pluralism

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Family dissolution

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Family disintegration

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Family transition

Question 12

Which government policy has faced criticism for its perceived potential to undermine established family values?

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Legalization of same-sex marriage

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Provision of welfare benefits

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Tax incentives for childcare expenses

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Minimum wage legislation

Question 13

The idea that families progress through predictable stages of change over time is associated with which sociological perspective?

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Functionalism

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Conflict theory

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Symbolic interactionism

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Social constructivism

Question 14

Which factor does NOT contribute to changing family patterns in the United Kingdom?

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Consistent age of marriage

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Increased cohabitation before marriage

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Later age of first-time parenthood

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Increased divorce rates

Question 15

Which of the following characteristics is associated with the traditional nuclear family model?

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Clear gender roles with the male as the primary breadwinner and the female as the homemaker

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Equal distribution of household responsibilities

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Extended family members living in the same household

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High rates of divorce

Question 16

Which of the following is a key concept used in symbolic interactionist theory to analyze family dynamics?

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Negotiated order

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Social stratification

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Economic determinism

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Manifest function

Question 17

What is a key characteristic of family resilience?

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Adapting and recovering from stressful events

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Having a strict parent

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Avoiding disagreements

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Following traditional gender roles

Question 18

The term 'kinship' primarily refers to:

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Social ties based on family relations

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Legal connections between individuals

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Economic arrangements within a family

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Emotional bonds between spouses

Question 19

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with the traditional nuclear family model?

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Extended family members commonly reside together

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Consists of parents and their children

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Primary childcare responsibility lies with parents

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Roles are clearly defined and often gendered

Question 20

The process by which individuals acquire and internalize the norms, values, and behaviors of their society is known as:

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Socialization

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Acculturation

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Assimilation

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Integration

Question 21

In sociology, which theory emphasizes the influence of social conflict on family dynamics?

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Conflict theory

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Functionalism

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Symbolic interactionism

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Structuralism

Question 22

The term 'family ideology' primarily refers to:

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Shared beliefs and values about the roles and purposes of families

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Specific family rituals and practices

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Individual attitudes towards family members

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Legal definitions of family

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT considered a primary function of the family unit?

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Participating in political campaigns

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Providing emotional support

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Ensuring economic well-being

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Socializing children

Question 24

Cohabitation refers to:

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A romantic partnership without legal marriage

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A legally recognized union between two people

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A temporary living arrangement between non-romantic partners

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A type of polyamorous relationship involving multiple partners

Question 25

The concept of the 'social construction of the family' emphasizes that:

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Family is defined and shaped by social and cultural influences

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Family is a static and unchanging institution across all cultures

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Family is primarily determined by biological and genetic factors

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Family is an objective reality that exists independently of human interpretation

Question 26

The concept of 'patriarchy' in the context of family refers to:

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Dominance and control of men over women and children

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Equal distribution of power and decision-making between genders

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Subordination of men to the authority of women

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A system where women hold exclusive power within the family

Question 27

Functionalism in sociology emphasizes the:

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Importance of social institutions working together to maintain social stability

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Role of social norms and values in shaping individual behavior

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Influence of economic factors on social stratification

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Importance of conflict and competition in driving social change

Question 28

The concept of 'child-centered parenting' focuses on:

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Prioritizing the emotional and developmental needs of children

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Enforcing strict discipline and obedience

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Focusing primarily on academic achievement and extracurricular activities

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Maintaining parental authority and control above all else

Question 29

How does family life connect and interact with other aspects of society?

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Family life is interconnected with other societal institutions, both influencing and being influenced by them.

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Family life is completely separate from other societal institutions.

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Family life is primarily influenced by economic factors.

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Family life has no influence on other societal institutions.

Question 30

How does family diversity impact social policy and practice?

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Family diversity requires inclusive social policies that accommodate different family structures and relationships.

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Social policies should only support traditional nuclear families.

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Family diversity does not affect social policy and practice.

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Social policies should prioritize family reunification regardless of family structure.

Question 31

In adoption cases, which legal and ethical factor is considered paramount?

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The child's well-being and best interests

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The birth parents' rights and preferences

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The adoptive parents' financial stability

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The adoptive family's religious beliefs

Question 32

How did the Industrial Revolution impact the structure and functions of the family?

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Led to a decline in extended families and a rise in nuclear families.

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Had no significant impact on family structures.

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Led to an increase in single-parent households.

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Strengthened the role of women within the family.

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT considered a primary function of the family, as identified by sociologists?

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Economic production

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Provision of emotional support

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Socialization of children

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Regulation of sexual behavior

Question 34

The term 'nuclear family' typically refers to which family structure?

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Two parents and their biological children living together

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Extended family where multiple generations live under one roof

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Single-parent household with adopted or foster children

Question 35

Which of the following is a defining trait of a patriarchal family?

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Power and authority are concentrated in the hands of the father

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Children have a significant influence on decision-making

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Women have equal rights and responsibilities

Question 36

According to the postmodern perspective on the family, which of the following statements is accurate?

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Families are diverse and fluid, not conforming to traditional norms

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Families are becoming increasingly patriarchal

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The nuclear family is the only 'valid' family structure

Question 37

Which social policy has been criticized for potentially undermining traditional family structures?

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Legalization of same-sex marriage

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Universal childcare

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Tax breaks for families with children

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Paid parental leave

Question 38

Which of the following is a recognized disadvantage of single-parent families?

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Increased risk of poverty and social isolation

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Stronger bonds between siblings

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Increased flexibility and adaptability

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Improved communication and decision-making

Question 39

Which of the following factors has been identified as a major contributor to the decline of the traditional nuclear family?

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Increased female labor force participation and urbanization

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Government policies promoting larger families

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Improved healthcare and reduced mortality rates

Question 40

The concept of 'family values' is often associated with which of the following political perspectives?

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Conservative

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Liberal

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Postmodernist

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Socialist