Chapter 9 Anatomy of a Family

Which is true of siblings who are close in age?

• they often have a lot in common

• they will be good parents

• they will get along better

• they are likely to look alike

Which is not a characteristic of strong families?

• members share traditions

• members share career goals

• members show one another respect

• members are committed to one another

Which is not a physical need?

• water

• shelter

• respect

• clothing

What is the building block of society?

• workforce

• school

• respect

• family

What do you call everything that defines the identity of a specific group of people?

• culture

• traits

• customs

• atmosphere

Why do single parents often face more difficulties than two-parent families?

• they have poor communication skills

• there is one less adult to help with family responsibilities

• they often have more children

• they have more one-on-one time with their children

Which family type includes a mother, a father, and the children they have together?

• nuclear

• blended

• foster

• all of these

Why is it sometimes difficult for members of blended families to get along?

• stepchildren are spoiled and demanding

• stepparents are rarely as nice as parents

• the family members do not know one another very well

• the family members do not live in the same household

Who is not included in an extended family?

• aunt

• close family friends

• grandpa

• cousins

What event can alter the traditional family life cycle?

• a teen graduates from high school

• an older couple retires

• a grandparent takes over the care of their grandchildren

• a person becomes a parent for the first time