Families and Communities
Mei Lin
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Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers Japanese societal structures, including urban vs. rural family dynamics and evolving gender roles. It also examines rites of passage like Shichi-go-san and Seijin Shiki, focusing on their cultural significance and traditions. Additionally, it explores social networking, including friendships, romantic relationships, and professional connections. Key vocabulary and practice questions are provided to aid exam preparation.
#AP Japanese Exam Study Guide: Societal Structures & Networking π
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#ποΈ Societal Structures
#ποΈ Urban vs. Rural Communities
Urban families often see both parents working, with a strong focus on education. Grandparents often play a key role in childcare. Rural families may still adhere to traditional roles, with extended families living together.
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Urban Areas:
- Nuclear families (parents and children) are common.
- Both parents often work.
- Emphasis on education and achievement.
- Grandparents often live nearby and help with childcare.
- Trend towards more egalitarian roles.
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Rural Areas:
- Traditional family structures are common.
- Husband often works in agriculture/fishing, wife manages the household.
- Extended families living together are more common.
- Strong sense of community and interdependence.
- Filial piety is highly valued.
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#π» Gender Roles
Traditional gender roles are shifting in Japan, with more acceptance of gender nonconformity. Men and women are increasingly sharing responsibilities.
- Traditional Roles:
- Men as breadwinners, women as homemakers.
- Men manage finances and decision-making.
- Women care for children and manage the household.
- Modern Shifts:
- Both men and women work outside the home.
- Shared household and child-rearing responsibilities.
- More acceptance of gender nonconformity.
#π₯³ Rites of Passage
#π Shichi-go-san (δΈδΊδΈ) <...
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