Advances in seafaring technology allowed Europeans in the fifteenth century to travel farther and faster than before, thus seeing more of the diversity of the world's people. In response, they created the concept of "race," which divided the world's population into distinct categories and created a lasting and influential

cultural value.
cultural norm.
cultural symbol.
mental map of reality.


mental map of reality.

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________ led to European imperialism in the 19th century.

A. A desire to save the souls of local peoples B. Pilgrims fleeing persecution in their European homelands C. The governments of East Asia reaching out to establish trade links with Europe D. European commercial interests E. A seven-year-long drought in Europe

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Which Native American group did Jennifer Neptune study and assist?

a. Navajo b. Gros Ventre c. Assiniboine d. Penobscot e. Cherokee

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According to Wallerstein, the nations in the world system can be classified into three types: core, periphery, and frontier.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The period of sexual receptivity is termed:

A. ovulation B. estrus C. availability D. none of these

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