Which of the Following Have Scholars Advanced as a Possible

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following have scholars advanced as a possible explanation for the emergence of patriarchy in the First Civilizations?

• A) Participation of women in animal-drawn,plow-based agriculture
• B) Increased role of women outside the home
• C) Decline in birthrates that accompanied civilization
• D) Emergence of large-scale warfare with professionally led armies

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