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Set 13 Kinship

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Question 1

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In many mainstream American movies, a child's bond to their biological father is portrayed as far more important than their bond to their stepfather. This reflects the cultural belief that:

A) kinship depends on genetic inheritance
B) affinal kinship connections are a standard and necessary feature in every child's life.
C) classificatory kin have greater significance for and impact on a child's development.
D) kinship bonds are defined via obligation rather than blood.
E) a mother's love reigns supreme

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Question 2

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While Western culture differentiates some kin terms according to gender, other cultures differentiate by age or order of birth. This suggests:

A) culture has a powerful influence over how we understand our familial relationships.
B) kinship categories are biologically determined.
C) kinship systems are universally shared by all human populations.
D) different cultures have the same kin terms around the world.
E) Western culture is more advanced.

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Question 3

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In a matrilineal society, a man concerned with the continuation of his lineage will invest the most in:

A) his own biological sons.
B) his own biological daughters.
C) his adopted children.
D) his eldest brother's children.
E) his sister's children.

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