Fill in the Blanks Family Roles in the United States: Then and NowOnline version In this activity, you need to fill in the blanks of a newspaper article about family roles in the United States using words from a bank. by Dario Gonzalez 1 society households Family Roles Gender roles arrangements family structures gender roles balance responsibilities parents fathers families Title : in the United States : Then and Now Lead : Family roles in the United States have evolved significantly over the years , reflecting changes in , economy , and culture . Body : In the past , traditional in the United States often consisted of a breadwinning father , a stay - at - home mother , and children . were more rigid , with men typically working outside the home while women took care of domestic duties and childcare . However , in the present day , family dynamics have shifted considerably . Many families now have both working outside the home , with dual - income households becoming increasingly common . This change has led to a more egalitarian division of labor , where for both earning income and household chores are shared more equally between partners . Quotes : " We've seen a significant shift in how operate in recent decades , " said sociologist Dr . Emily Jones . " There's greater recognition of the importance of work - life and the need for both parents to contribute to both the financial and emotional well - being of the family . " Facts and Information : According to recent studies , the number of stay - at - home fathers has been on the rise , challenging traditional and stereotypes . Additionally , single - parent households headed by either mothers or have become more common , highlighting the diverse ways in which families are structured in modern America . Byline : By Sarah Johnson Dateline : United States , April 22 , 2024 Conclusion : While traditional family roles may still exist in some , the landscape of family dynamics in the United States has undoubtedly evolved over time . Today , families come in various forms , and there is greater flexibility and acceptance of different . As society continues to evolve , so too will the roles and expectations within American families .
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