Nuclear & Non-traditional Families L.O. 3

During which period did the nuclear family become the dominant family structure in the United States?

• 1800-1850

• 1900-1925

• 1950-1965

• 1980-2000

For most of history, what was the primary function of a family?

• A place for individual self-expression.

• A unit for economic production.

• A social club for leisure activities.

• A spiritual gathering for religious practices.

Which of the following factors contributed to the stability of the nuclear family during the post-war era?

• Low wages and increased female workforce participation.

• High union membership and strong social trust.

• Decreased church attendance and individualistic values.

• Increased divorce rates and declining fertility.

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What was a common disadvantage of extended family structures in the past?

• Increased financial independence for individuals.

• Limited privacy and heavy domestic burdens for women.

• Reduced need for community support.

• Greater opportunities for personal growth.

What emerging family structure is described as a hopeful trend for individuals who may not fit traditional family models?

• Single-parent households.

• Communal living arrangements.

• Chosen families.

• Transnational families.