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Leveling mechanisms are:


A) more common in hunter-gatherer societies than in horticultural societies.
B) associated with one family becoming wealthier than others.
C) found in communities where property is not allowed to threaten egalitarian social order.
D) more common in industrial societies than in agricultural societies.
E) no longer in existence.

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How are land and water resources allocated differently in a foraging versus an agricultural society?

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Rosita Worl is a Native American anthropologist who now works to encourage traditional communities to enter the global market and put aside their less profit-oriented economic ventures.

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What do we call a system in which goods are produced,distributed,and consumed?


A) Economic
B) Political
C) Religious
D) Kinship
E) Industrial

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Among the Ju/'hoansi:


A) children are expected to contribute to subsistence from the time they reach puberty (around 14 or 15) .
B) elderly people past the age of 60 are expected to contribute hunted or gathered food to the group,as they are being taken care of by others now.
C) elderly people are a valuable source of knowledge and wisdom about hunting and gathering and are consulted regularly.
D) elderly people are taken care of grudgingly because after the age of 60 they contribute nothing to the group.
E) children are expected to set up their own separate households by the time they are 16.

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The U.S.system of paying income taxes every April is an example of:


A) generalized reciprocity.
B) balanced reciprocity.
C) negative reciprocity.
D) redistribution.
E) market exchange.

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Tools tend to be fewer and simpler among:


A) mobile food foragers and pastoralists.
B) semi-permanent horticulturalists.
C) sedentary agriculturalists.
D) wealthy industrialists.
E) rice farmers.

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How has technology affected the informal economy? Discuss the impact of Internet shopping sites such as eBay on the global marketplace.

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Technology has had a significant impact on the informal economy, particularly through the rise of Internet shopping sites such as eBay. These platforms have provided individuals with the opportunity to buy and sell goods and services on a global scale, effectively expanding the reach of the informal economy. One of the key impacts of Internet shopping sites like eBay on the global marketplace is the democratization of commerce. These platforms have allowed individuals from all over the world to participate in the global economy, breaking down traditional barriers to entry. This has enabled small businesses and entrepreneurs to reach a much larger customer base than was previously possible, thereby contributing to the growth of the informal economy. Additionally, the rise of Internet shopping sites has also facilitated the growth of the gig economy. Many individuals now use platforms like eBay to sell their skills and services, such as freelance writing, graphic design, or consulting. This has allowed for greater flexibility in employment and has provided opportunities for individuals to generate income outside of traditional employment structures. Furthermore, the accessibility and convenience of Internet shopping sites have also impacted consumer behavior, leading to changes in the way people buy and sell goods. With the ability to easily compare prices and access a wide range of products, consumers are now more empowered to make informed purchasing decisions. This has led to increased competition in the global marketplace, forcing businesses to adapt and innovate in order to remain competitive. Overall, the impact of Internet shopping sites like eBay on the global marketplace has been profound. These platforms have not only expanded the reach of the informal economy but have also transformed the way individuals and businesses engage in commerce. As technology continues to advance, it is likely that the informal economy will continue to be shaped by these platforms, further blurring the lines between formal and informal economic activity.

What are the productive resources that all societies must organize according to culturally appropriate rules?

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The Kula ring is a form of__________________that reinforces trade relations among a group of seafaring Melanesians inhabiting a ring of islands off the eastern coast of Papua New Guinea.


A) negative reciprocity
B) balanced reciprocity
C) market exchange
D) silent trade
E) generalized reciprocity

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Among food foragers such as the Ju/'hoansi:


A) Among food foragers such as the Ju/'hoansi:
B) land is thought of as belonging to those who have bought it.
C) land is considered private property;however,the owner wants to share in order to be part of the band.
D) land is owned by the ancestors,and the living only use it.
E) land is leased by a corporation of strangers who support the survival of the foraging lifestyle.

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The Kula ring is a form of barter in which no actual trade takes place.

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Balanced reciprocity:


A) is part of a long-term process in which nothing is specified about what is expected in return or when it is expected.
B) involves the expectation of a specific and immediate exchange.
C) usually occurs between members of different communities who may have a hostile,distrustful relationship.
D) is exemplified by your stopping to give a stranger a lift,and replying,when he thanks you,"Pass it on to the next stranger you meet who needs your help."
E) does not occur in industrial societies.

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When a tool is complex and difficult to make,it is usually considered to be owned by:


A) the whole village in which it is used.
B) a single individual.
C) the state.
D) all those who touch it.
E) all relatives.

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Discuss the role that culture plays in defining the "wants and needs" of a people,using the Trobriand Islanders as an example.How does North American culture function to define the wants and needs of North Americans?

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Among the Inca there was such a thing as "chocolate money."

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Define three types of reciprocity,and give examples of each.

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Why is understanding economic transactions essential to a full understanding of culture?

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What is money,and what different kinds of money have existed historically? Discuss at least one alternative example.

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Money is a medium of exchange that is us...

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What is task specialization,and how has it changed over the course of generations in your own family? Compare your generation with that of your parents' and grandparents'.

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