Sociolinguistics concentrates on variations in language that:
a. are likely to become extinct in the next 50 years.
b. do not change over time.
c. have a majority of bilingual speakers.
d. depend upon the social situations or contexts in which the speaker operates.
e. are caused by colonialism or political systems of oppression.
d
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Which of the following is NOT true about Jenné-jeno?
A. With the development of regional trade networks, Jenné-jeno became an important market center. B. Blacksmiths and coppersmiths at Jenné-jeno worked iron ore and copper that was obtained through exchange. C. Jenné-jeno was an important center of salt production. D. Potters at Jenné-jeno made significant quantities of well-made ceramics decorated with twine impressions.
Why must we be cautious about drawing inferences about our past from the lifestyles of modern foraging societies?
A) Like all societies, foraging societies have evolved and are still evolving. B) Our ancestors had regular interactions with other societies, while modern foragers remain isolated. C) Contemporary foragers live in environments that ancient foragers never used. D) Modern foraging societies represent an artificial return to what people believe were the “old” ways.
Compared to Mesopotamia, ancient Egyptian society
A. was more urban (more and larger cities). B. had fewer major centers. C. had a writing system more focused on economy and accounting. D. had little concern with funerary ritual.
In which type of society are women most likely to contribute more than men to primary subsistence?
A) horticultural B) hunter-gatherer C) pastoral D) intensive agriculture