1.What might have happened if chief d oms and states had not developed as bands and tribes began to settle in a central area?

How can settlement archaeology help archaeologists find sites?

Explain the pros and cons of choosing leaders based on their achieved status rather than their ascribed status.

Describe a form of ranking, or social hierarchy, evident in our society.

Explain why different societies might have different rankings for the same person. For example, in Ancient Egypt merchants were ranked second only to nobles and priests, but in Ancient China they were ranked the lowest and scholars were rated second.