Distinguish between bilateral and ambilineal descent
What will be an ideal response?
In bilateral descent, the individual traces descent through both mother's and father's lines. In ambilineal descent, an individual chooses whether to trace descent from mother's or father's lines.
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Property rights in horticulturalist and pastoralist societies __________
A. are usually vested in single, adult males B. are usually vested in the family and other kinship groups C. are usually vested in individuals, who then determine who can use the land or resources D. do not exist because these types of societies are always on the move looking for a new place to live
Which of the following is NOT a type of information derived from fieldwork?
A. Ecofacts B. Artifacts C. Sites D. Locations E. Features
Among the Ju/'hoansi who attempts to squelch conflicts from erupting into dangerous combat?
a. mostly children b. friendly peacemakers c. older males d. mothers
Access to good health care is more dependent upon a society's degree of inequality than its wealth
Indicate whether the statement is true or false