Instruction
You should choose 4 out of 5 essay questions to answer. This is an opportunity for you to synthesize your readings and discussions into coherent essays. You should aim for one to two well developed paragraphs in order to properly answer each question. Before beginning consult the writing expectations and the grading rubric. These are listed in the Syllabus as well as below. Your essays will be evaluated based on the criteria in the grading rubric. Cite 3 valid sources in your essay.
Each question is worth 25 points for a total of 100 possible points. Credit will not be awarded for completing five questions. If you complete all five essay questions, I will grade the first four.
You may access the Final more than once and make multiple submissions up until the deadline. Finals must be submitted by the deadline in order to earn credit.
Take-Home Essay Final Questions (Choose 4 of 5):
1) What is the most accurate description of the relative importance of hunting versus gathering in foraging societies in terms of nutrition? In terms of place in society?
2) Larger societies include groups whose organization can be categorized as bands, tribes, chiefdoms, and states. What type of organizational structure would you argue that the Hutterites fall under? Please explain your reasoning.
3) What kinds of evidence have been examined to try to determine the time of origin of modern human language? What answer to this question do these suggest?
4) The number of recognized supernatural beings differs among cultures. To what major aspect of culture is this number related? Give examples.
5) What is the general focus of sociobiology (also known as evolutionary psychology and behavioral ecology)? How is this applied to human behaviors?
Disclaimer
Originality of attachments will be verified by Turnitin. Both you and your instructor will receive the results.
Writing Expectations (from Syllabus):
All written submissions should be submitted using APA-style formatting. In part, this includes:
Typewritten in double-spaced format with a readable style and font
Arial 11 or 12-point font or Times New Roman styles.
Page margins on all sides should be set to one inch with reasonable accommodation being made for special situations and online submission variances.
Save as .doc, .rtf, or .pdf in the format: lastname_ANTH100_Final
Citation and Reference Style
Students will follow APA as the sole citation and reference style used in written work submitted as part of coursework to the University. Assignments completed in a narrative essay or composition format must follow the APA citation style. Use three sources for a chance at the maximum points possible for the use of sources category.