An alternative gender role in Polynesia is called:

A) transvesti.
B) mahu.
C) hijra.
D) two-spirit.
E) eunich.


B

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A. It is difficult, in a war zone, for locals to give informed consent. B. Information supplied by anthropologists may be used by the military. C. In a war zone, anthropologists can too easily distinguish themselves from military personnel. D. Identification of researchers may indirectly affect the results of the research and the personal safety of the anthropologist. E. Negotiating with several groups may interfere with the obligation to do no harm.

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Compare and contrast essentialism and social construction theory as they relate to human sexuality

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is NOT an example of redistribution?

a. Tribute paid by subjects to a chief b. Taxation c. "Pork barrel" deals made by politicians d. Fluctuations in share prices in the stock market

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Microwear analysis of the teeth of Upper Paleolithic peoples indicates __________

a. an extreme reliance on meat b. cooking c. the consumption of a large amount of vegetable matter d. a diet of mostly nuts and tree bark

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