Carrier notes that although most Americans are ambivalent about ...

[Mr.Thesaxman]

Carrier notes that although most Americans are ambivalent about Christmas shopping and giving, they generally still participate because:
 
  a) there is a religious requirement to do so.
  b) they fear the disapproval of their friends.
  c) it re-creates and reaffirms social relations.
  d) it is recognized as a benefit to the economy.

Question 2

According to James Carrier, objects with little or no special meaning are called:
 
  a) In a gift exchange, a permanent link is established.
  b) In a gift exchange, the receiver does not have to pay anything.
  c) In a commodity exchange, money is involved.
  d) In a commodity exchange, a buyer and a seller know each other.

[shailee]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

[Mr.Thesaxman]

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[dreamfighter72]

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