Introduction to Sociology Deneme Sınavı Sorusu #1320662

What does the term of the matriarchy refer to?


It is a term defining family patterns according to the power relations.

The system in which the kinship is recognized in relation to the mother’s side is called matriarchy.

It refers to the practice tracing the descent from female line is called matriarchy.

It is a social system and socially instituted practice in which married couple resides with or near to the wife’s kin.

It refers to the social system in which marrying only one partner is permitted.


Yanıt Açıklaması:

Matriarchy and patriarchy are the terms defining family patterns according to the power relations. Matriarchy is the social organization based on female power. In matriarchal societies the head of the family is the mother. The term was adopted by 19th Century anthropologists and social theorists. Matriarchal societies are not societies in which women rule over or dominate men. In this respect, matriarchy is not the reversal of patriarchy. Matriarchal societies are egalitarian societies; they are free of domination. However, there are social codes and guidelines. The correct answer is A. 

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