SECTION 2: Marxist Perspectives (The Conflict View)
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What did Engels say about the nuclear family?
Formed to ensure paternity so men could pass property to biological heirs.
How did Engels say this affected women
It “imprisoned” women to guarantee male inheritance.
What ideological function does the family perform (Althusser)?
Socialises children into hierarchy and obedience.
What did Zaretsky say the family provides?
A false “safe haven” that helps workers cope with exploitation.
Why is the family a unit of consumption?
It buys goods, fuels profit, and supports capitalism.
What is “pester power”?
Children pressuring parents to buy products.
What is “keeping up with the Joneses”?
Families buying goods to maintain social status.
Q: Overall Marxist view of the family?
It maintains capitalism and reproduces class inequality
