In a Matrilocal Society, Newlyweds are Meant To

Question

In a matrilocal society, newlyweds are meant to:
A) reside with the wife's kin.
B) form a new household entirely.
C) live with the side of the family which has the strongest male line.
D) reside with the husband's kin.
E) live apart for the first 10 years.

Accepted Answer

In a matrilocal society, it is customary for the newlywed couple to reside with the kin of the wife. This can include her mother, sisters, and other female relatives. This is in contrast to a patrilocal society, where the married couple typically resides with the kin of the husband.