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gonzo233

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Identify and discuss the unique characteristics of the Puerto Rican family. Suggest
  ways in which these characteristics may be a burden for the immigrants.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The adult mothers' ability and willingness to mother was limited by
 
  A low levels of support and high levels of stress.
  B gender issues and reputational concerns.
  C overwhelming socioeconomic problems.
  D all of the above.



emilymalinowski12

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Answer to Question 1

Characteristics: machismo, marianisma, traditional family role structure (male
dominated), family loyalty, duality of roles between men and women, unskilled
workers with little education.

Answer to Question 2

D



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