Marxism & The Family Flashcards
1
Q
4 ways in which the family benefits capitalism
A
1) Consumption of media products
2) Emotional support for workers
3) Reproducing labour force
4) Socialisation children to learn r/c n+v
2
Q
4 Criticisms of Marxist’s view on family
A
1) Assume n/f is dominant
2) Ignores benefits of family
3) Not everyone is pressured into buying media products
4) Ignore family diversity
3
Q
Marxist believe the family was invented for 2 reasons…
A
1) To protect private property
2) To control women
4
Q
Althusser describes the family as…
A
An I.S.A;
A piece of equipment used by the state to reinforce their ideas
