Family Structures and Unions Review

Flashcards covering family definitions, functions, types, diagrams, and types of unions based on lecture notes.

What is the definition of a family according to the notes?

A group of people who are intimately related, living under the same roof, supporting and maintaining each other socially, economically, and emotionally.

How do parents fulfill the economic support function of a family?

Parents make money to support the child's needs.

What is the educational function of parents in a family?

Parents lay the foundation for the child's education.

How is the cultural function of a family defined?

Parents passing on tradition, belief, tools, and culture.

What defines a single parent family structure?

A family where one parent is present and the other is absent.

What defines a nuclear family structure?

A family where both the mother and father are present.

What is a sibling household?

A household where both parents are absent or dead and the older sibling takes care of their younger siblings.

What defines an extended family?

A family where different generations live under one roof.

What is a re-organised family?

A family where one of the spouses was in a previous relationship and had a child.

What is a family tree?

A diagram that is used to show relationships among family members.

What is defined as a union?

The specific arrangement or legal status by which a couple comes together to form a family.

What is a legal marriage?

A union formed through a legal contract in court.

What is a common law or consensual union?

A union where a couple is living together but not legally married.

What is a visiting union?

A union where the couple is living in different houses but co-operating as a family.

What is an arranged marriage?

A union where a parent selects the spouse.

What is a shotgun marriage?

A marriage where a couple is forced to marry because of pregnancy.

What is a marriage of convenience?

A marriage where someone marries for wealth or status/position.

How is monogamy defined in the family tradition notes?

A relationship with one male and one female.

What is courtship according to the notes?

Normally the first sign which indicates people are interested in family life.