WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT CHINA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A Chinese family was usually headed by ____
A
Oldest Woman
B
Oldest Man
C
Strongest Relative
D
Wealthiest Man
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The head of the household was the grandfather or eldest male. Once the grandfather died, the children divided the household and made their own homes. But even if he was living independently, the eldest son had primary responsibility for the welfare of his living parents and other family members.

Detailed explanation-2: -Family in Chinese is (jiā). This can be translated as “family” or “home”.

Detailed explanation-3: -Modern China And instead of an all-powerful, male head-of-household, families work together to contribute to group decisions. They’re also more likely to share household chores and duties. And though it’s less likely that everyone lives in the same home, families still maintain close relationships with their relatives.

Detailed explanation-4: -Chinese fathers traditionally have disciplinary responsibilities with their children, whereas Chinese mothers are expected to be nurturing and protective of their children (Wilson, 1974).

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