At Dolni Vestonice, archaeologists found the burial of a woman with a disfigured face. Why do archaeologists infer that she was likely an important person at the settlement?

A) She was buried with hollow bones that may have been musical instruments.
B) Her face was engraved on an ivory plaque.
C) She was the subject of various Venus figurines.
D) She was buried next to heaps of mammoth bones.


B) Her face was engraved on an ivory plaque.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The most important basis for conformity in most societies, especially those that are kinship-based, is:

A) internalization of social norms and values. B) adherence to formal law. C) fear of military actions. D) respect of court system. E) obedience to police.

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a. True b. False

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