The Importance of Families

What is the definition of a family?

• A group of friends

• A group of two or more people who care about each other and are committed to each other

• A group of coworkers

• A group of neighbors

What important sense does the family provide for every member?

• Sense of humor

• Sense of belonging

• Sense of adventure

• Sense of style

What is adoption?

• A temporary arrangement to care for a child

• A legal process in which people claim the permanent right to raise a child who is not biologically their own

• A process of sending a child to boarding school

• A method of family planning.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a nuclear family?

• Includes grandparents

• Can be single earner or dual earner

• May include adopted children

• Shares the same household.

What is an Extended Family?

• A family group that includes only parents and children

• A family group that includes relatives other than parents and children within a single household

• A family group that consists of a married couple and at least one child from a previous relationship

• A family group that consists of one parent and one or more children sharing a household.

In which stage do couples help meet the needs of their children?

• Beginning

• Child-rearing

• Launching

• Retirement

Which stage involves couples adjusting to changes after the last child leaves home?

• Child-rearing

• Launching

• Empty-nest

• Beginning

What is the main focus of the Beginning stage in the Family Life Cycle?

• Adjusting to aging

• Establishing a home and marriage relationship

• Preparing for parenthood

• Helping children meet their needs.

Which stage involves couples renewing their relationship after children leave?

• Child-rearing

• Empty-nest

• Launching

• Retirement

During which stage do children gradually leave home?

• Beginning

• Child-rearing

• Launching

• Retirement