Adaptation refers to the processes by which organisms cope with environmental forces and stresses, such as those posed by climate and topography
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Answer: True
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What is the main focus of the subfield of cultural anthropology?
a. To understand how and why humans evolved from apelike ancestors b. The investigation of prehistoric cultures c. To study the customs and beliefs of some human group d. To study human language
Intelligent design theory is:
A. a new version of evolutionary theory B. a creationist explanation C. an attempt to blend natural selection and religion D. based on new genetic information
The uprising against the Mexican government in Chiapas during the 1990s was a Mayan reaction to all of the following EXCEPT __________
a. the expansion of wealthy ranchers into Mayan land b. the flooding of Mayan land for hydroelectric projects c. agreements between the Mexican government and pharmaceutical companies for exploitation of forest resources d. public projects to develop and generate electricity from hydropower that led to water shortages on indigenous lands
How are offenses viewed differently between a state society and a band society?
a. In a state society, there is a distinction between crimes against the state and against individuals; in a band society, there is only transgression against individuals or kin groups. b. In a state society, offenses are always viewed as disruptive to society in general, whereas in band societies, the offense may be solely between individuals and contained. c. In a band society, no individual is seen as offensive; every action is understood in context through customary law. In state societies, all actions of the individual are considered to be potentially offensive. d. In band societies, self-control is taught from a young age, whereas in state societies, individuals are never taught any sort of self-control.