Question

Activity 3. Thai Family
In Thailand, the general structure of thai families is patriarchal. Often,several generations will live under the same roof and help to raise a child. It is
common for Thais to live with their parents until they are married. Sometimes,
they even stay until they have their own children. Familial connections in
Thailand is very strong that even career paths of the children are often
determined by parents' business connections.

°What family culture of the Thais are mentioned in the text?

°How important is family for the Thais?

°What are the similarities and differences of the Thai family culture compared to
your own family?
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Answer 1

Answers are given below.

Explanation:

• The family culture of Thai is patriarchal.
• In Thai culture, the children live with their parents until they are married.  
• Sometimes even after marriage, they live with their parents having their own children.
• The family is very important for Thai people and they make sure to not break the generation chain of living together.  
• The Thai culture is quite similar to our culture. In our culture families also live together to share happiness, joys, and sorrows.