Migration refers to:

A. a long-term movement to a new area
B. movement to a new area, including a short trip
C. a high death rate due to natural selection in new areas
D. rapid evolutionary change


A. a long-term movement to a new area

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In Biblical times, chariots and carts were widespread in the Middle East, but by the 6th century, the old Roman roads had deteriorated so much that wheeled vehicles were replaced by camels. This illustrates that the processes of change is sometimes due to cultural loss.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which statement best describes the difference in linguistic style between speakers of Japanese and speakers of American English?

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In the field, ethnographers strive to establish rapport: a good, friendly working relationship, based on personal contact,

A. as well as on payment, based on local standards, for people's time spent with the researcher. B. achieved in large part by engaging in participant observation. C. and if that fails, the next option is to pay people so they will talk about their culture. D. that is necessary in conducting any valuable research in the social sciences, not just anthropology. E. that if done properly ensures the ethnographer's ability to conduct detached, unbiased research.

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