Social Organization
Family Life and SocietyThe Family life in Argentina really depends on the families religion, culture, ethnic background, and region. Most families are made up of a mother and father. Family is at the center of Argentina life. Traditionally, the father is considered the head of the family, and the mother is in charge of the household. Most young married couples life with the parents in added quarters of the house. Now, however, women are considered equal and have the right to pursue work and careers. Argentina is a very urbanized society. Most Argentinians live and work in an urban society. There are large farms in many areas in Argentina. Most of the time the adults will work while the children go to school.
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Economic and Political SystemArgentina is a federal constitutional republic and a representative democracy. Argentina's federal government is divided into three branches; Legislative, Executive, and judicial.
Argentina benefits from a lot of natural resources. It also has the third largest economy of all of Latin America. Manufacturing is the biggest sector of the economy. Half of the nation's industrial exports are agriculture related. Argentina is one of the worlds top developing nations; however, its history has been very uneven. High inflation has recently sprung up in Argentina causing debates on the issue.
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