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Gender Roles In The Appalachian Culture

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in this ethnic group.

· The Appalachian culture is dominantly patriarchal. The women and men both of this culture have roles. The males of the family tend to make the major decisions in the family; however the women have a strong influence on the family too. The women are the nurturer of the family and provide care at home. The men also provide the money for the family as they are the ones that usually work and are able to stand on their own.

Define the role of elders in this family structure. What is the value of aging in the culture?

· The elders in the Appalachian culture are highly respected and honored. They become dependent on other family members when they are no longer able to care for themselves the way they are supposed to.

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