The Existence of a "Joking Relationship" (One in Which Interactions

question 2

Multiple Choice

The existence of a "joking relationship" (one in which interactions are typified by friendly teasing) between a man and his brothers-in-law would be explained by anthropologist A. R. Radcliffe-Brown as __________.

• A) a structured relationship whose function is to reduce potential hostility
• B) evidence for cultural influences on individual personality
• C) an example of the importance of cultural relativism in kinship roles
• D) the basis for materialistic behavior

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Definitions:

Clavicle

A long bone that serves as a strut between the shoulder blade and the sternum or breastbone, also known as the collarbone.

Radial Notch

A depression or groove on the ulna bone that articulates with the head of the radius to form part of the elbow joint.

Coracoid Process

A small hook-like structure on the lateral edge of the superior anterior portion of the scapula (shoulder blade) involved in muscle attachment.

Styloid Process

A slender, pointed piece of bone just below the ear, attached to ligaments and muscles associated with the tongue and hyoid bone.