A social system in which men occupy positions of social, economic, and political power from which women are excluded is called ____________
a. a matriarchy
b. a patriarchy
c. double descent groups
d. parallel descent groups
Answer: b
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An individuals’ cultural beliefs are either strictly individualistic or strictly collectivistic.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
From a gene's perspective, the "environment" is made up mainly of __________
a. nutritional factors b. factors such as air temperature and atmospheric gasses c. body temperature d. other genes
A __________ family combines the children from previous marriages into a new family when their parents marry
a. blended b. combined c. mixed d. new
Which of these statements about myths is FALSE?
a. Myths explain important aspects of one’s culture. b. Myths often contain lessons about how one should act. c. Myths are told in both formal and informal settings. d. Myths that are recounted frequently and casually are the least important for a society.