10: Social Inequality Flashcards by Stephanie c | Brainscape

Q

Egalitarian societies

A

hunter-gatherer society with no property ownership, few possessions, low labour specialization
emphasis on sharing, interpersonal equality
leaders have respect but no authority

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Ranked societies are common in _______ societies.

A

Horticulture

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Ranked societies

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resource surplus has given rise to wealth and privileges
people divided into hierarchy of clans
clans vary in prestige but not necessary wealth

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