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swpotter12

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How is the term matriarchy distinct from the term matrilineal?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Distinguish between the vertical and horizontal functions of kinship.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

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

Answer to Question 2

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Horizontal function integrates society through marriage alliances while the vertical provides social continuity across generations.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Gracias!


adf223

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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