The Most Consistent Finding in the Last Two Decades of Research

question 37

Multiple Choice

The most consistent finding in the last two decades of research on friendships is that one important feature of friendship is

• A) competition.
• B) secrecy.
• C) intimacy.
• D) generativity.

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Definitions:

Clan

A social unit in traditional societies consisting of families or communities linked by social, economic, religious, or blood ties, with a common culture and dialect.

Lineage

A sequence of direct ancestors and descendants in a family.

Hawaiian Kinship

A kinship system used to define family roles and relationships, characterized by the same term used for both parents and their siblings, regardless of gender.

Generational Kinship

The relationships and bonds between different generations within a family, such as those between grandparents, parents, and children.