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Theories of the Family: Functionalist, Conflict, and Symbolic Interactionist Perspectives

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the three major theories of the family: Functionalist, Conflict, and Symbolic Interactionist Perspectives.
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Which of the following is a key assumption of the Functionalist Perspective on the family?

  1. The family is a unit that is essential for the functioning of society.

  2. The family is a source of conflict and oppression.

  3. The family is a social institution that is shaped by culture and society.

  4. The family is a private sphere that is separate from the public sphere.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Functionalist Perspective sees the family as a unit that is essential for the functioning of society. It argues that the family performs a number of important functions, such as socializing children, providing economic support, and providing emotional support.

According to the Conflict Perspective, what is the primary source of conflict within the family?

  1. The unequal distribution of power between men and women.

  2. The different roles that men and women play in the family.

  3. The different values and beliefs that men and women hold.

  4. The different economic resources that men and women have.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Conflict Perspective argues that the primary source of conflict within the family is the unequal distribution of power between men and women. This inequality is reflected in the different roles that men and women play in the family, the different values and beliefs that they hold, and the different economic resources that they have.

What is the primary focus of the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective on the family?

  1. The ways in which family members interact with each other.

  2. The meanings that family members attach to their interactions.

  3. The ways in which family members negotiate their relationships with each other.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Symbolic Interactionist Perspective focuses on the ways in which family members interact with each other, the meanings that they attach to their interactions, and the ways in which they negotiate their relationships with each other.

According to the Functionalist Perspective, what is the primary function of the family?

  1. To socialize children.

  2. To provide economic support.

  3. To provide emotional support.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the Functionalist Perspective, the primary function of the family is to socialize children, provide economic support, and provide emotional support.

According to the Conflict Perspective, what is the primary cause of divorce?

  1. The unequal distribution of power between men and women.

  2. The different roles that men and women play in the family.

  3. The different values and beliefs that men and women hold.

  4. The different economic resources that men and women have.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the Conflict Perspective, the primary cause of divorce is the unequal distribution of power between men and women. This inequality is reflected in the different roles that men and women play in the family, the different values and beliefs that they hold, and the different economic resources that they have.

According to the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective, what is the primary way in which family members negotiate their relationships with each other?

  1. Through verbal communication.

  2. Through nonverbal communication.

  3. Through physical touch.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective, family members negotiate their relationships with each other through verbal communication, nonverbal communication, and physical touch.

Which of the following is a key assumption of the Conflict Perspective on the family?

  1. The family is a unit that is essential for the functioning of society.

  2. The family is a source of conflict and oppression.

  3. The family is a social institution that is shaped by culture and society.

  4. The family is a private sphere that is separate from the public sphere.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Conflict Perspective sees the family as a source of conflict and oppression. It argues that the family is a patriarchal institution that is based on the unequal distribution of power between men and women.

According to the Functionalist Perspective, what is the primary role of the father in the family?

  1. To be the breadwinner.

  2. To be the head of the household.

  3. To be the disciplinarian.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the Functionalist Perspective, the primary role of the father in the family is to be the breadwinner, the head of the household, and the disciplinarian.

According to the Conflict Perspective, what is the primary role of the mother in the family?

  1. To be the homemaker.

  2. To be the caregiver.

  3. To be the emotional support.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the Conflict Perspective, the primary role of the mother in the family is to be the homemaker, the caregiver, and the emotional support.

According to the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective, what is the primary way in which family members learn about their roles and responsibilities?

  1. Through observation.

  2. Through imitation.

  3. Through verbal instruction.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective, family members learn about their roles and responsibilities through observation, imitation, and verbal instruction.

Which of the following is a key assumption of the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective on the family?

  1. The family is a unit that is essential for the functioning of society.

  2. The family is a source of conflict and oppression.

  3. The family is a social institution that is shaped by culture and society.

  4. The family is a private sphere that is separate from the public sphere.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Symbolic Interactionist Perspective sees the family as a social institution that is shaped by culture and society. It argues that the family is a dynamic and changing institution that is constantly being shaped by the interactions of its members.

According to the Functionalist Perspective, what is the primary function of the family in society?

  1. To socialize children.

  2. To provide economic support.

  3. To provide emotional support.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the Functionalist Perspective, the primary function of the family in society is to socialize children, provide economic support, and provide emotional support.

According to the Conflict Perspective, what is the primary cause of family violence?

  1. The unequal distribution of power between men and women.

  2. The different roles that men and women play in the family.

  3. The different values and beliefs that men and women hold.

  4. The different economic resources that men and women have.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the Conflict Perspective, the primary cause of family violence is the unequal distribution of power between men and women. This inequality is reflected in the different roles that men and women play in the family, the different values and beliefs that they hold, and the different economic resources that they have.

According to the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective, what is the primary way in which family members create and maintain their relationships?

  1. Through verbal communication.

  2. Through nonverbal communication.

  3. Through physical touch.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective, family members create and maintain their relationships through verbal communication, nonverbal communication, and physical touch.

Which of the following is a key assumption of the Functionalist Perspective on the family?

  1. The family is a unit that is essential for the functioning of society.

  2. The family is a source of conflict and oppression.

  3. The family is a social institution that is shaped by culture and society.

  4. The family is a private sphere that is separate from the public sphere.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Functionalist Perspective sees the family as a unit that is essential for the functioning of society. It argues that the family performs a number of important functions, such as socializing children, providing economic support, and providing emotional support.

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