1. The Garbage Project has much practical relevance because it provides information on A how rural areas differ from urban areas. B how long it has taken for garbage from prehistoric times to decompose. C recent consumption patterns. D how the poor of the world are creating the least garbage. E none of the above: the Garbage Project is a case of "pure research" and has no practical relevance. Answer: C pp. 6-7 2. Culture A is more developed in contemporary North America than in contemporary China. B first emerged among humans around 10,000 years ago. C is predominantly transferred through genes. D is being destroyed by globalization. E none of the above. Answer: E p. 11