The genus Paranthropus is characterized by:

A. cranial capacities as high as 875 cubic centimeters
B. relatively large molars
C. well-developed chin
D. very small jaw compared to face


B. relatively large molars

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Which of the following correctly characterizes the Elima ritual among the Mbuti?

A. It is a time of rejoicing as young women enter puberty and become ready for marriage and motherhood. B. Young men experience mixed emotions as they become adults and warriors. C. Elders instill fear of the supernatural among young boys and girls through sacred rituals. D. Men and women celebrate through song, dance, and feasting as a new child is born into the community.

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Which of the following correctly identifies the sub-disciplines of anthropology?

a. Archaeology, Anthropometry, Cultural Anthropology, Paleontology, and Cultural Relativity. b. Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology, Cognitive Anthropology, Ethno-history, and Linguistics. c. Archaeology, Ethno-history, Anthropometry, Structural Anthropology, and Cultural Anthropology. d. Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology, Physical Anthropology, Applied Anthropology and Linguistics. e. Archaeology, Phonology, Medical Anthropology, Development Studies, and Cultural Anthropology.

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In which type of society would you expect women's status to be highest?

A. hunters and gatherers B. pastoralists C. societies where there is a great deal of population pressure D. agriculturalists E. industrial states with high unemployment

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In the DNA molecule, bonding can take place only between an adenine and a thymine and between a cytosine and a guanine. These are said to be:

A. polar bodies B. chromatids C. hybrids D. base pairs

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