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kfurse

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Name two types of kinship groups based on the unilineal principle.
 
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How is the term matriarchy distinct from the term matrilineal?
 
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Answer to Question 1

Lineages and clans are based on this principle.

Answer to Question 2

Matrilineal is where inheritance and descent is traced through the mother's line,
whereas matriarchy is a mythical situation (one that has not been demonstrated to
exist).



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