In some Native American societies names could change or be acquired over time and __________

a. could be disposed of on a whim of the bearer
b. were attempts to gather supernatural protection or powers
c. were tied to the age of the person
d. always had to be different from any parental name


b

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When scientists say that evolution is a theory, they mean that evolution is:

A. a general law or principle supported by mass data B. an educated guess C. but one of several possible explanations for the diversity of life D. accepted by the majority of scientists

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Although it has proven useful in the recovery of carbonized plant remains and bone fragments, flotation is a common archaeological technique and not that time consuming and costly

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Populations of agrarian civilizations grew rapidly because of which of the following?

A. increased fertility rates B. decreased infant mortality C. declines in the spread of infectious diseases D. overall increases in the standard of living

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The core value to which European Americans subscribe is:

a. cooperation. b. dependence. c. generosity in sharing. d. rugged individualism. e. dominance.

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