Quiz 1 Flashcards
Terminology
Meta
Something that refers to itself (e.g. meta-humor is humor about humor_
Metacognition
Thinking about thinking
Nuclear family
A family unit consisting of two parents and their children, living together in one household.
Extended/multigenerational family
A family that includes multiple generations living together or in close contact, such as grandparents, parents, and children.
Polygamous family
A family structure where one person has multiple spouses simultaneously, commonly seen in polygyny (one man with multiple wives) or polyandry (one woman with multiple husbands).
Economic definition of family
A household unit that shares resources, income, and expenses, functioning as an economic entity for consumption, production, and financial decision-making.
Infant mortality
The death of a baby before its first birthday
Nomadic
Refers to a lifestyle or group that moves from place to place without a permanent home, often for survival, work, or cultural traditions
Agarian
Related to agriculture, farming, or rural life, often describing societies or economies based primarily on cultivating land and producing crops.
Kinship
The system of social relationships connecting individuals through blood (biological ties), marriage, or adoption, defining family roles and obligations.
Inheritance
The process by which assets, property, or rights are passed down from one generation to another, typically from parents to children, often through legal or cultural practices.
Matrilineal
A kinship system where lineage and inheritance are traced through the mother’s side of the family.
Patrilineal
A kinship system where lineage and inheritance are traced through the father’s side of the family.
Polygamy
The practice of having more than one spouse at the same time. It includes polygyny (one man with multiple wives) and polyandry (one woman with multiple husbands).
Monogamy
The practice or custom of having only one spouse at a time.
