Which of the following is a characteristic of most foraging societies?

A. sedentism
B. irrigation
C. social stratification
D. large populations
E. egalitarianism


Answer: E

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In more complex societies, state governments:

a. deliberately use art to ensure freedom of expression. b. always carefully control art to prevent social agitation. c. frequently repress artistic forms that criticize national symbols. d. sponsor art for the sake of instilling obedience and maintaining the status quo. e. subsidize the production of art as a way of calming the social classes.

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Darwinian medicine interprets vomiting, coughing, pain, and fever primarily as:

A. illness B. defense mechanisms C. evidence of low fitness D. all of these

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Wet-site excavations are not as effective as traditional excavations performed on dry land, as the water sprays tend to ruin fragile artifacts such as cedar bark basketry.

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

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