- What is the socialisation function?
Teaching children how to behave and interact with others.
True or false: All families have the same routines
False
True or false: A blended family includes step‑parents or step‑siblings.
True
- What does responsibility mean?
Something you are expected to do or take care of.
Which family type includes grandparents living in the same home?
Extended family.
What is a blended family?
A family where one or both parents have children from previous relationships.
How can culture influence a family?
It affects traditions, celebrations, food, and behaviour
Give one example of a role in a family
Cooking, cleaning, caring for children, earning money.
True or false: Roles in a family should be shared fairly.
True
Name one function of the family
Emotional, socialisation, economic, educational, or physical care.
Which function involves providing food, clothes, and shelter?
The economic function.
Name one factor that can influence family life.
Culture, technology, work, income, values, social media.
What is a role?
A set of duties or responsibilities someone has.
A teenager gets their first job. How might this change their responsibilities at home?
Less time for chores; more independence; contributing financially
What is the emotional function?
Giving love, support, security, and comfort.
- True or false: Families teach children right from wrong.
True
A family buys a new smartphone for their child. What positive or negative effects might this have?
Positive: communication, learning. Negative: screen time, distraction.
Sarah’s parents work long hours. What influence might this have on family routines?
Less time together; rushed meals; more responsibilities for children.
A family has recently moved to a new country. What challenges might they face?
Language barriers, new school, cultural differences
Liam lives with his dad, stepmother, and stepsister. What type of family is this?
A blended family.
How can technology influence family life?
It can help communication but also reduce family time.
What does gender equality mean in family roles?
Men and women share roles fairly; roles are not based on gender.
What is an extended family
Parents, children, and other relatives (e.g., grandparents, aunts, uncles)
Name one responsibility a teenager might have at home.
Tidying their room, helping with chores, minding siblings.
What is the economic function of the family?
Providing money, food, clothes, and shelter.
Give an example of the educational function of the family.
Helping with homework, teaching skills, encouraging learning.
What is nuclear family
Parents and their children living together
Aoife lives with her mam and her brother. What type of family is this?
A one‑parent family.
What is a one‑parent family?
One parent raising children alone.
Give one example of how work can affect family time.
Long hours reduce time spent together.