Article, “Why our stories matter” Flashcards
Where are the Agata from?
Modern day hunter and gatherers from the Philippines..
Why are scientists fascinated by the few groups of hunter-gatherers remaining?
Due to the belief that Hunter and gatherers reflect our earliest successful way of living.
What riddle has long puzzled evolutionary biologists?
How did humans learned cooperative behaviors like; the sharing of food, coordination of tasks, acceptance of social norms, e.c.t.
Which three values do the stories of the Agata emphasize?
Gender equality, social acceptance of difference, and friendship.
Article review and breakdown:
There are still a few Hunter and gatherer societies in modern times and it has Scientist interest peaked. Specifically this article takes a look at the Agata people, and what makes up their society such as social norms and core beliefs. There is also an argument made that storytelling is something prevalent and relevant in the making of successful human societies.
