Asked by Mario Elizalde Bello on Sep 25, 2024

When a society is divided into two large descent groups, each group is called a:​​

A) ​moiety
B) ​clan
C) ​phratry
D) ​lineage

Moiety

A societal group, often kin-based, that is part of a dual organization system dividing a culture or society.

Phratry

A social or kinship group in some societies, often consisting of two or more clans or other kin groups.

Clan

A group of people united by actual or perceived kinship and descent, sharing a common ancestor and often organizing within larger tribal or social structures.

  • Grasp the range of descent forms and kin organization strategies.
  • Examine the role and symbolism of clans, moieties, and phratries in societies.