The rise of the conjugal family unit during the period of rapid industrialization elevated emotional need for love and companionship as criteria for selecting marriage partners over __________.

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During the period of rapid industrialization, the conjugal family unit became more prevalent and the emotional need for love and companionship became more important in selecting a marriage partner over parental approval or arranged marriages. Social affability, ethnic group membership, and religious affiliation were also factors in selecting a partner, but they were not as significant as love and companionship.

The Rise of the Conjugal Family Unit During the Period