Structural-Functionalists Argue That, in Preindustrial Societies

question 119

Multiple Choice

Structural-functionalists argue that, in preindustrial societies,

• A)women, out of biological necessity, remained in the home bearing, nursing, and caring for children.
• B)women equally shared responsibility with the men for providing food, clothing, and shelter for their families.
• C)men equally shared responsibility with the women for caring for children.
• D)gender roles were reversed, with women providing food and shelter and men caring for the children.

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