How does the individual trace descent in a system of double descent?

What will be an ideal response?


An individual belongs to both the mother's and the father's lineages depending on the social function; matrilineal and patrilineal descent groups have different functions.

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Investigation of Neandertal skeletons reveals evidence __________

a. that they were identical to Homo sapiens b. of bodies adapted to warm sunny climes c. of a relatively easy and painless lifestyle d. of traumatic injuries associated with rough terrain

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The main reason for rapid European success in the Americas was disease

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In order to truly appreciate other cultural perspectives, which of the following is most vital?

a. Be willing to make cultural evaluations based on past experience. b. Let go of cultural certainty in order to learn something new. c. Work effectively to achieve short-term goals despite cultural differences. d. Learn to ignore cultural differences as being unimportant. e. Cultivate friendships in as many cultures as possible.

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All peasants

A. are foragers. B. live in industrial states. C. sell all of the food they produce. D. produce food without elaborate technology. E. own the land that they cultivate.

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