The precedent-setting case regarding a lesbian couple, Sharon Kowalski and Karen Thompson, happened in Minnesota. After an accident disabled Sharon, her father and Karen engaged in an eight-year legal battle over Sharon's guardianship and care.
After numerous court hearings, what was the outcome of that case?
a. The court permanently awarded custody to Sharon's father who convinced his daughter to discontinue her lesbian relationship.
b. The court allowed Sharon to return home with her partner, Karen.
c. The court required Sharon's father to allow supervised visitation by Karen.
d. The court gave custody to a third party, a guardian ad litum social worker appointed by the court with the stipulation that both Sharon's father and Karen would be allowed to visit.
Question 2
The term ____________ is used to refer to a specific subsystem comprised of adults from two different families of origin who have bonded together to form what they intend to be a stable and long-term cohabiting relationship.
a. family
b. marriage
c. conjugal identity
d. conjugal role
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