1. How are the three deep structure elements interrelated (family, religion, and state) ? Are those links the same in every culture:
2. Why do think cultural differences in the perception and treatment of the elderly exist?
3. What are some ways a person's family influences his or her cultural identity?
4. What do you see as the major differences between nuclear and extended families? How do these differences influence communication between members of the family?
5. Why do you believe families in the United States have experienced so many changes in the last two decades? What are these changes? Do you believe the changes are positive or negative?