Sociology 0495: Family - P2 Topical Past Paper Questions

(a) Define the term: (i) beanpole family [2] (ii) pivot generation. [2] (b) State two roles men perform in the family. [2] (c) Describe three ways being in a reconstituted family can affect family life. [6] (d) Explain three ways some family members may be exploited. [6] (e) Disc…

(a) Define the term: (i) industrialisation [2] (ii) ageing population. [2] (b) State two ways families can be dysfunctional. [2] (c) Explain three reasons why cohabitation is increasing. [6] (d) Explain three reasons why many families now have joint conjugal roles. [6] (e) Discus…

Matriarchy is not typical in many families or societies. Family functions and family roles are diverse and changing. These functions and roles are different depending on an individual's gender, ethnicity or social class. Sociologists debate whether these changes are positive or n…