Among foragers such the Ju'/hoansi the idea of maleness is associated with prestige in a different way. Describe how ridicule and shaming are used to diminish prestige in this society

What will be an ideal response?


Successful male hunters are ridiculed for arrogance and bragging as a way of keeping them part of the group of men and not singled out for skill. This actually shows that the assertion of prestige is something that must be kept under control in foraging societies.

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In recent times, many foraging groups have been exposed to the idea of food production but have not adopted it. Why?

A. They did not realize the advantages of food production. B. They had to ask permission from the state to do so. C. Their own economies provided a perfectly adequate and nutritious diet, with a lot less work. D. People naturally resist change, especially foragers. E. They did not have the skills or tools to do so.

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When a form has large jaw muscles, you might also find:

A. small teeth B. a reduced number of teeth C. the development of a sagittal crest D. all of these

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In most modern nations, language ideologies entail practices that select and promulgate a standard or "legitimate" language for use in public contexts

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A 3.3 million year old Australopithecus africanus child skeleton was found at Dikika in 2006

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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