e marriage. She could not break her promise to marry even though she wanted to desperately.39. Nonverbal Communication The transfer of information between persons without the use of words. Example: Tarzan used sign language with the humans to communicate with them.40. Patriarchy A hierarchical system of social organization in which cultural, political, and economic structures are controlled by men. Example: Both cultures that Tarzan ultimately recognized as his own were patriarchal.41. Patrilineal Descent A system of tracing descent through the father's side of the family. Example: Patrilineal descent was impossible to Tarzan, prior to meeting D'Arnot , due to the death of his father.42. Peer Group A group of people who are linked by common interests, equal social position, and (usually) similar age. Example: The peer group of Kala showed interest in the human infant, but she would not allow them to touch him.43. Presentation of Self A term for people's efforts to present themselves to others in ways that are most favorable to their own interests or image. Example: Tarzan's proposal of marriage to Jane was pure presentation of self, although the story would have us believe everything he promised to be true.44. Rationality The process by which traditional methods of social organization, characterized by informality and spontaneity, are gradually replaced by efficiently administered formal rules and procedures (bureaucracy). Example: In Jane's culture men and women often were not at liberty to marry whom they chose due to bureaucracy.45. Reference Group A term used to describe a group that strongly influences a person's behavior and social attitudes, regardless of whether that individual is an actual member. Example: The only reference group available to Tarzan was that of the apes.46. Resocialization The process of learning a new and different set of attitudes, values, and behaviors from those in one's previous background and exp...
