Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a chiefdom society?

a. They are a surplus-producing economy.
b. They are nomadic, relying upon foraging for sustenance.
c. They are stratified societies, organized by kinship.
d. They have some degree of centralized authority.


Answer: b

Anthropology & Archaeology

You might also like to view...

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

1. Primates as a group are best defined in terms of their narrow specialization. 2. Primates have a good visual sense, but a reduced sense of smell. 3. Compared with mammals of similar size, primates tend to have longer childhood periods and longer life spans. 4. Tarsiers are characterized by elongated tarsal bones. 5. The prehensile tail is found exclusively among Old World monkeys.

Anthropology & Archaeology

By 30,000 years ago, all of the following traits were evident in the human species except:

a. higher foreheads b. smoother brow ridges c. more distinct chins d. more prominent cheekbones

Anthropology & Archaeology

According to Gmelch in "Baseball Magic," baseball players often include personal rituals, taboos, and fetishes in their practice of magic

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Anthropology & Archaeology

Magic, according to Malinowski, occurs in response to

a. anger. b. frustration. c. anxiety. d. social pressure.

Anthropology & Archaeology