Describe five ways by which urbanization has affected the extended family system in Ghanaian society.
1. a) Clarify the concept of 'personality.'
b) Identify four benefits of self-identity to the individual.
2. a) Give two characteristics each of formal and informal education.
b) Outline four roles of formal education in Ghana's development.
3. a) Indicate four causes of broken marriages in Ghanaian society.
b) Analyze four benefits of marriage under the ordinance to the couple.
Answer (2)
Urbanization in Ghana has impacted the extended family system by creating geographical separation, changing family roles, promoting individualism, increasing economic strain, and altering communication methods. These changes highlight the shift from traditional family values towards more modern, individual-focused lifestyles. As urban living becomes more prevalent, the traditional support systems of extended families are challenged, leading to new dynamics in familial relationships.
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Urbanization has changed the Ghanaian extended family system by creating geographical distance, altering family roles, promoting individualism, increasing economic strain, and changing communication methods. Personality is defined as the unique traits of an individual, while self-identity offers benefits such as confidence and improved relationships. There are distinct characteristics and roles of both formal and informal education, as well as factors causing broken marriages and benefits of legal marriage in Ghana. ;
