Environmental familiarity and models of band organization

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By Witkowski, Stanley

Abstract

This manuscript examines the relationship between contribution to subsistence and residence localization. This relationship is explored separately for both genders in both agricultural and non-agricultural societies. Results indicate that the relationship is positive for males in non-agricultural societies and negative for females in agricultural societies. Tests on community size, marginality, and endogamy are also conducted.

Note

This is an unpublished manuscript.

Hypotheses (7)

HypothesisSupported
In non-agricultural societies, male localization will be associated with male contribution to subsistence (9).Supported
In agricultural societies, male localization will be associated with male contribution to subsistence (10).Not Supported
In fully nomadic societies, male localization will be associated with male contribution to subsistence (11).Supported
In non-agricultural societies, female localization will be associated with female contribution to subsistence (15).Not Supported
In agricultural societies, female localization will be associated with female contribution to subsistence (16).Supported
Community size will be positively associated with degree of endogamy (26).Supported
Marginality of a foraging society will be associated with degree of male localization (28).Supported
Documents and Hypotheses Filed By: Jessie Cohen  Amelia Piazza