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In societies where accumulating material goods is difficult, the most likely exchange at marriage is:
 
  a. Dowry.
  b. Bride service.
  c. Bridewealth.
  d. Money gifts.
  e. No exchanges of gifts or services.

Question 2

Which of the following correctly defines bride service?
 
  a. A ritual done in many cultures in which a man pledges his daughter to the son of a friend.
  b. Payments made by the family of the bride to the family of the groom.
  c. Payments made to cover the cost of rituals associated with marriage.
  d. Labor performed by the groom for the family of the bride.
  e. Gifts given to a newly married couple, particularly gifts associated with preparing and serving food.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D





 

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