Josephine lives and works in an economically weak society that is not well integrated into the global system. She works in the textile industry spinning thread. While Josephine’s art is sold at an expensive price, she receives very little compensation for her work. What type of society does Josephine live in?
What will be an ideal response?
Josephine lives in the periphery where the commodity chain begins. Unlike the semi-periphery or core, the periphery is comprised of very weak societies. In periphery societies, work is not always guaranteed and workers are paid very little.
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How does Coltrane believe increasing economic parity and more equal gender relations will affect the American family? Do you agree or disagree with his assessment? Why?
What will be an ideal response?
What is a foundling wheel?
A. a form of transportation used by large families during the 1800s B. a device used by medical professionals to prevent pregnancies in unmarried women C. a method of abuse used by young parents during the Colonial Era D. a crib structure that allows an abandoned baby to be left anonymously and safely
Which of the following is true of family caregivers to elderly parents?
(a) Most are women in their late 50s. (b) Most are males in their late 40s. (c) Most still live in their parents' home. (d) All of the above are true.
Using examples from the chapter, discuss how researchers have re-framed the issue of the ideal family.
What will be an ideal response?