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Unit 1 You and Others 18
Objectivessevitcejb O O b t e
After studying this section, you will be able to
• defi ne relationship, socialization, culture, family, generation, family type, role,
siblings, affection, and respect.
• explain why the relationship between children and parents is important.
• give examples of how brothers and sisters can learn to get along with one another.
• describe how people can stay active and independent as they grow older.
relationship: a pattern of interaction with one or more persons over time.
socialization: teaching the ways and customs of a culture to others.
culture: the beliefs and customs of a certain racial, religious, or social group.
family: a group of people related to one another by blood (birth), marriage, or adoption.
generation: all the people who are born and live in about the same time span.
family type: the makeup of a family.
role: a person’s place in a group.
siblings: brothers and sisters.
affection: a feeling of fondness.
respect: a high or special regard for someone.
Key Termssmre Key T r
Section 1-3 Section 1-3
You and Your Family
Main Main n IIdeassaed
• Family types vary.
• Communication among family members is important, especially among
children and parents.
• Brothers and sisters need to learn how to get along with one another.
• Older relatives living with a family need to be treated with love and respect.