Polygyny was rare in chiefdom societies because it diluted the power of a single ruling lineage

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: F

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The pace of change in technology has recently been slowing down due to socio-political disruptions

a. True b. False

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A big man has supporters in many villages, while a village head has supporters only in his own village

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Sir James Frazer is very likely correct in his belief that science would replace religious beliefs

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Regarding cousin marriage, which of the following statements is incorrect?

a. The U.S. is the only Western country that has laws against first-cousin marriage. b. In the U.S., 19 states permit first-cousin marriage. c. Genetic research does not show that there is marked increase in inheritable weakness for children of first cousins. d. Laws against first-cousin marriage in the U.S. were enacted the popularity of evolutionary theories. e. In the U.S., some states have no laws prohibiting marriage between relatives.

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