Question

Valentina was a mexican immigrant in 19th century america. she lived in a nuclear family that had a very close relationship with maria and carlos, two other immigrants, who acted as godparents to valentina. maria and carlos were always very warm and affectionate toward valentina, who in turn, respected and loved them. valentina's family is an example of a family that practiced ________.

Answer 1

I believe the answer is  compadrazgo
 compadrazgo is a term that mostly used in Latin Countries. It describes the relationship that happens between Godparents and GodChild.
This type of relationship derived from early establishment of Catholic church when the Father determines which Man should replace him as the head of the family in case he's no longer capable to do so.