Compare and contrast the theories of functionalist interpretation with the theory of conflict to explain stratification
What will be an ideal response?
Both attempt to explain the inequities in our world. Functionalist theory argues that
social inequity exists because it is necessary as a way of maintaining the social
structure with the best possible people. Conflict theory says that inequity exists
because the upper classes dominate the lower ones.
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The Plio-Pleistocene radiation of Old World monkeys refers to the movement of Old World monkeys __________
a. into Africa b. into Eurasia c. into South America d. out of Eurasia
What is the proper order of archaeological techniques used to gather information about a burial?
a. establishment of grid system, skimming of shallow dirt layers by trowel, recording of coordinates for objects found, collection of soil samples b. skimming of shallow dirt layers by trowel, establishment of grid system, sieving of dirt through fine mesh, photography c. collection of soil samples, establishment of grid system, photography, skimming of dirt layers by trowel d. recording of coordinates for objects found, skimming of dirt layers by trowel, sieving of dirt through fine mesh, establishment of grid system
During the 19th century, European travelers thought the Orient was threatening because:
a. They did not believe they could acquire land in this region. b. They believed it was the opposite of European civilization and thus irrational. c. They did not know how to speak the language of the people in this region. d. They were unable to safely traverse its terrain. e. The Orient had more economic stability than the majority of European countries.
North Americans learn most of their mythology at home and in other informal settings
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false