Explanation:

Certainly! Here's the explanation of the options:

- Agnates:

- Descendants related through the male line.

- Relatives connected through a common male ancestor.

- Correct Answer: Agnates

- Cognates:

- Relatives related through either male or female lineage.

- Includes all blood relatives beyond gender lines.

- Lineal Kin:

- Direct descendants such as children or grandchildren.

- Can be traced in a straight line from ancestors.

- Collateral Kin:

- Relatives not in the direct line of descent.

- Includes siblings, cousins, etc.