Skin color differences among modern humans are correlated with latitude and regional differences in sunlight

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

Anthropology & Archaeology

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Throughout the many years that Kottak has been doing research among the nonindustrial Betsileo of Madagascar, he has witnessed the impact of globalization on their livelihood. All of the following have threatened the traditional fabric of Betsileo life EXCEPT

A. agricultural intensification caused by population pressure. B. the growing threat of cattle thieves, some of them relatively well-educated young men looking to make some cash. C. the breakdown of social and political order fueled by an increasing demand for cash. D. emigration. E. the increased presence of anthropologists collaborating with local leaders to preserve their ancestral lands.

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In most ranked societies, chiefs may be called the "owners" of the land. This usually means that __________

A) others still maintain the right to use the land B) people may use the land only if given the chief's permission C) only the chief and his family may use the land D) the land is sacred and can only be used in appropriate ways

Anthropology & Archaeology

In Latin America, the term indio (Indian) is being replaced by indígena (indigenous person) to reflect a change from what previous model to a focus on cultural difference?

A. multiculturalism B. acculturation C. assimilation D. essentialism E. social validation

Anthropology & Archaeology

Gender stratification tends to be extreme in patrilineal-patrilocal societies.

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

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