Myths Are Defined as

question 126

Multiple Choice

Myths are defined as

• A) old stories that are universal and attempt to explain the fundamental mysteries of life.
• B) the explanation of what makes something beautiful.
• C) underlying truths that are passed down through generations.
• D) culturally-unique changes in language and thought over time.

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Definitions:

Outgroup Homogeneity

The perception that members of a group different from ours are more similar to each other than they actually are.

MAOA

A gene that encodes the enzyme monoamine oxidase A, involved in breaking down neurotransmitters in the brain.

Warrior Gene

colloquially refers to a variant of the MAOA gene linked in some studies to aggressive behavior, though its effects are influenced by environmental factors.

Culture of Honor

A culture where personal or family reputation is extremely important and actions that threaten that reputation can lead to extreme reactions to restore honor.