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The site of Catalhoyuk is believed to be an example of the Tribal society in the archaeological record. This belief is primarily based on the fact that: - Answer- the site is made up of houses that show now difference in status
As differences i...
The site of Catalhoyuk is believed to be an example of the Tribal society in the
archaeological record. This belief is primarily based on the fact that: - Answer- the site is
made up of houses that show now difference in status
As differences in status begin to appear in more complex societies the position of village
head becomes increasigly prestigious. All of the following are characetertics of the
Villlage Head except: - Answer- it is an ascribed position
Upon investigating pollen samples, researchers discover a shift from Pine and Elm
pollen to Maize and Chili pollen. The researcher can infer that the shift was caused by -
Answer- Intentional planting of domesticated crops
The Osteological paradox refers to the notion that - Answer- the sickest individuals may
not exhibit any skeletal indicators of disease
The study of plant pollen, spores, and certain microscopic plankton organism is known
as - Answer- palynology
The Uluburun shipwreck is considered one of the best examples of prehistoric trade and
exchange because - Answer- -the 10 tons of copper came from Cyprus
-The ship was found off the coast of Turkey
-recovered weapons and tools came from Egypt and the Levant
Swidden horticulture is characterized by clashing and burning fields every 2-3 years,
after which the field must remain unused for a year more before returning to it. This
period of non-use is known as: - Answer- fallowing
When locating the clay source utilized by potters within a given society, the most likely
locations will be - Answer- relatively close by
Examination and analysis of the internal mineral composition of ceramics is known as -
Answer- petrography
Syphilis is a treponemal STD that causes symptoms like lesions, pustules, and chronic
tumors throughout the body. This disease is believed by many to have originated in the
New World. The best support for this hypothesis is: - Answer- -the outbreak of syphilis
in Europe after 1494 AD
, -genetic similarities between syphilis and yaws
Bone is a living tissue that is constantly changing throughout an individuals lifetime. The
organic component of bone that makes it living tissue is - Answer- collagen
Spina bifida - Answer- -is a developmental birth defect
-is the incomplete closure of the sacrum
-is frequently found in Irish populations
Why are human teeth often the most well preserved portion of a skeleton? - Answer-
Enamel is the hardest substance of the human body
The bones of the leg include - Answer- tibia, fibula, and femur
There are multiple types of bone cells. Osteoblastic bone cells - Answer- build new
bone
Semi-permanent Tribal societies differ from Bands in many ways. One continuous trend
that is associated with increased sedentism is an increase in: - Answer- interpersonal
violence
In the clay used to make pottery, the inclusions that act as a filter, creating strength and
counteracting crackin gand shrinkage during the firing as known as - Answer- temper
The "Big Man" is believed to gain prestige and thus followers through what primary
action? - Answer- Show generosity by giving away wealth
The bones of the arm and hand consist of all of the following except - Answer- Tarsals
In general wild seeds are ____ compared to domesticated seeds - Answer- smaller
Among many state level societies, researchers have observed an increased reliance on
full agriculture. what other factors are correlated with an increase in agriculture? -
Answer- -increase in dental caries
-disease
-population
In the "Ghost of Machu Picchu" the original theory was that the city was home to vestal
virgin baesd on skeletal sexing techniques at the time. Today, modern techniques show
that - Answer- The orignal conclusion was incorrect
Pastoral communities are known for utilizing multiple products from the animals.
Secondary products include - Answer- -Milk
-Blood
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