In some hunting-and-gathering societies, men are away from home for long periods of time. As a result, it is not unusual to find that the women are fully responsible for the household and for making most of the major family decisions. In these societies, which pattern of authority is evident?
A. egalitarian
B. matriarchal
C. matrilineal
D. matricentric
B. matriarchal
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a. Political conservatism?Income b. Income?Political conservatism c. Political conservatism?Income?Race d. Political conservatism?Sex?Income
Which of the following is an example of cultural capital?
A. parents' coworkers B. relationship with college mentor C. college degree D. relationship with a neighbor
Why are some people in poorer countries concerned about the Western media products being imported into their countries?
A. They fear that local culture will be eroded. B. They are concerned that they will not be able to make enough money with local media. C. They worry that big corporations will move in and increase pollution in their country. D. They think that citizens will leave their country to go to the United States.
A common measure of absolute poverty is the federal government's poverty line, a money income figure that is adjusted annually to reflect the consumption requirements of families based on their size and composition.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)