ANTH 2 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Dowry, Exogamy, Endogamy
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Kinship- system of meaning and power that cultures create to determine who is related to whom and to define their mutual expectations, rights, and responsibilities. Nuclear family- the kinship unit of mother, father, and children. Descent group- a kinship group in which primary relationships are traced through consanguineous ( blood ) relatives. Lineage- a type of descent group that traces genealogical connection through generations by linking genealogical documentation. 4 primary systems of classifying relatives in the parental generation: N. america and europe (distinct but cousins grouped) Marriage- a socially recognized relationship that may involve physical and emotional intimacy as well as legal rights to property and inheritance. Ensure continuation of kinship and alliance with other kin groups. Exogamy- marriage to someone outside the kinship group. Endogamy- marriage to someone within the kinship group. Bridewealth- the gift of goods or money from the groom"s family to the bride"s family as part of the marriage process.
