Social Changes & Family Structures (WJEC Eduqas GCSE Sociology): Exam Questions

Exam code: C200

45 mins5 questions
11 mark

Select the appropriate term from the box to complete the sentences below.

Cohabitation Status Hargreaves Values Parsons Beanpole

........................................... refers to living together as partners without getting married.

2a2 marks

Describe what is meant by cohabitation.

2b8 marks

Explain why couples are getting married at a later age in the contemporary UK.

You should explore at least two reasons in your response.

3a8 marks

Explain why more couples are choosing to cohabit in the contemporary UK.

You should explore at least two reasons in your response.

3b15 marks

‘Changes in norms and values are the main reason for changes in the divorce rate.’

Do you agree with this view?

In your answer you are advised to refer to changes in norms and values and any other relevant factors to support your judgement.

4a2 marks

Describe what is meant by serial monogamy.

4b8 marks

Explain why fewer couples are choosing to get married in the contemporary UK.

You should explore at least two reasons in your response.

51 mark

Select the appropriate term from the box to complete the sentences below.

polygamy culture Durkheim values quantitative Marx

............................................... refers to a marriage where a partner is allowed by law to marry more than one partner at the same time.