What This Document Is
This is a study guide for the second preliminary exam in Cornell University’s Human Bonding (HD 3620) course, taught by Professor Hazan in Spring 2017. It outlines the core lecture topics and associated readings that will be assessed on the exam. The exam itself will consist of short essay questions and contribute 30% to the final course grade.
Why This Document Matters
This study guide is essential for students enrolled in HD 3620 who are preparing for the second prelim. It clarifies the scope of the exam, helping students focus their review efforts on the most important material. It’s designed to be used in conjunction with lecture notes and assigned readings as a targeted preparation tool. Graduate TAs are available for additional support during scheduled walk-in hours.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This study guide provides a roadmap for exam preparation, but it does *not* offer complete answers or in-depth explanations of the concepts. It highlights key areas to focus on, but students are still responsible for understanding the material through their own study and engagement with course resources. It is a guide *to* learning, not a substitute *for* learning.
What This Document Provides
The study guide specifically details the following topics that will be covered on the exam:
* Bonding milestones correlated with specific age ranges (2, 3, 4-6, and 8-12 years).
* Definitions and distinctions between sexual imprinting and the Westermarck effect.
* The impact of puberty on physical development and sexual dimorphism.
* Correlations between facial features and attractiveness ratings, categorized by the social-behavioral systems they cue.
* Universal indicators of attractiveness in both male and female bodies and faces.
* Information conveyed through gait (age and gender).
* References to propinquity effects (though details are not fully provided in this preview).
This preview does *not* include the full details of the required readings, specific essay questions that may appear on the exam, or comprehensive explanations of the concepts listed. It also does not include information on TA walk-in hours.
