Chapter 7 - Family Relationships

Question 0

Nuclear family

Answer 0

Two parents and one or more children living in the same place.

Question 1

Siblings

Answer 1

Brothers and sisters.

Question 2

Blended Family

Answer 2

Married couple and their children from previous marriages.

Question 3

Extended family

Answer 3

A family that includes additional relatives beyond parents and children.

Question 4

Foster care

Answer 4

The temporary placement of children in the homes of adults who are not related to them.

Question 5

Affirmation

Answer 5

Positive feedback that helps others feel appreciated and supported.

Question 6

Separation

Answer 6

A decision by two married people to live apart from each other.

Question 7

Divorce

Answer 7

A legal end to a marriage contract.

Question 8

Custody

Answer 8

The legal right to make decisions affecting children and the responsibility for their care.

Question 9

Abuse

Answer 9

The physical, mental, emotional, or sexual mistreatment of one person by another.

Question 10

Domestic Violence

Answer 10

Acts of violence involving family members.

Question 11

Spousal Abuse

Answer 11

Domestic violence or any other form of abuse directed at a spouse.

Question 12

Child Abuse

Answer 12

Domestic abuse directed at a child.

Question 13

Neglect

Answer 13

The failure to provide for a child’s basic needs.

Question 14

Elder Abuse

Answer 14

The abuse or neglect of older family members.

Question 15

Cycle of violence

Answer 15

Pattern of repeating violent or abusive behaviors from one generation to the next.

Question 16

Crisis Center

Answer 16

Facility that offers advice and support to people dealing with personal emergencies.