The family is primarily responsible for socializing children into the norms, values, and beliefs of their culture.

Polygamous families, where one person has multiple spouses, are not considered traditional in most cultures.

Socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of their culture.

While the media can influence socialization, it is not considered a primary socialization agent.

Acculturation is the process by which individuals adopt the values, beliefs, and behaviors of a new culture.

Nurturing is typically considered a role of the mother in a traditional family.

Self-identity is the process by which individuals become aware of their own identity and place in society.

Providing is typically considered a role of the father in a traditional family.

Peer socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of their peer group.

Making decisions is typically not considered a role of a child in a traditional family.

School socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of their school.

Making financial decisions is typically not considered a role of a grandparent in a traditional family.

Media socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of their media.

Making decisions for each other is typically not considered a role of a sibling in a traditional family.

Community socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of their community.