In preindustrial societies, the primary form of social organization is through _____ ties, which refers to a social network of people based on common ancestry, marriage, or adoption
a. family
b. lineage
c. kinship
d. heritage
c
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
According to functionalists, how are institutions related to the larger society?
A. Institutions wither away as society becomes stronger. B. Institutions contribute to society by meeting certain societal functions. C. Institutions battle against society for dominance. D. Institutions stand outside conventional society.
Which of the following is the best strategy to avoid diabetes?
A. maintain a high-carbohydrate and high calorie diet B. reduce exercise and lower caloric intake C. monitoring diet and weight D. monitor diet and maintain a high-carbohydrate diet
In the first century A.D., Pliny's Natural History listed all of the following birth control methods EXCEPT:
a. putting a chastity belt on women. b. jumping up and down to expel semen. c. primitive suppositories and tampons. d. potions to be taken orally.