Primary Functions of the Family
The family is a basic unit in a society. Sociologists have done much. research about the function of family, and have come up with different opinions. This lecture is about some positive functions the family plays in human society.
Ⅰ. Definition of the Family
A family is a set of people who are related by blood, marriage,
or 1 and who share the primary responsibility for the society. 1. ______.
Ⅱ. Understanding of the Family Functions in the Past
The family functioned as a .source of society inequality or injustice because
A. It plays a role in the 2 of power, property, and privilege. 2. ______.
B. It denies opportunities to 3 and limits freedom 3. ______.
in sexual expression and mate selection.
Ⅲ. Family Performs Six Major Functions in Modern Society.
A. As a social system, it satisfies the needs of its members and contributes
to the 4 of society. 4. ______.
B. As a basic unit of society, the family performs six vital functions:
1. Reproduction: Through reproduction, it contributes to human 5 . 5. ______.
2. Protection: Human children experience a very long period of 6 and the family 6. ______.
assumes the responsibility of protecting and bringing up children.
3. Socialization; The family transmits norms, values and 7 of a culture to the child. 7. ______.
4. Sexual behaviour 8 : Standards of sexual behaviour are most clearly defined 8. ______.
within the family circle.
5. Supplying 9 : The family provides its members with warm and intimate 9. ______.
relationships and helps them feel satisfied and warm.
6. Providing social status: People inherit a social position
including 10 because of their family background. 10. ______.