Families and Household Structures

Question 1

Nuclear family

Answer 1

Two generations: parents and children living in the same household

Question 2

Extended family

Answer 2

All kin including and beyond the nuclear family

Question 3

Classic extended family

Answer 3

An extended family sharing the same household or live close by

Question 4

Modified extended family

Answer 4

An extended family living far apart, but keep in touch by phone, letters, emails and frequent visits

Question 5

Beanpole family

Answer 5

A multi-generation extended family in a pattern which is long and thin, with few aunts and uncles reflecting fewer children born in each generation

Question 6

Patriarchal family

Answer 6

Authority held by men

Question 7

Matriarchal family

Answer 7

Authority held by females

Question 8

Symmetrical family

Answer 8

Authority and household tasks shared between male and females

Question 9

Reconstituted or step-family

Answer 9

One or both partners previously married, with children of previous marriage

Question 10

Lone parent family

Answer 10

Lone parent with dependent children, most commonly after divorce or separation (may arise from death of a partner or unwillingness to marry or cohabit)

Question 11

Gay or lesbian family

Answer 11

Same sex family living together with children

Question 12

Single person household

Answer 12

An individual living alone