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Which of the following practices is commonly found among the Navajo?
 
  a. A woman's children are considered legitimate members of the matriclan whether or not she is married.
  b. A man's children are considered legitimate only if he resides with the woman for more than one year.
  c. Sexual activity is never permitted outside of marriage, and it is rare for children to be born outside of wedlock.
  d. Children are believed to belong to the tribe itself and are not members of any nuclear family until they marry.
  e. The patriclan of the tribe controls children and they are raised by the father's family.

Question 2

Which of the following is the most important function of marriage?
 
  a. Agreement between parties to maximize sexual competition.
  b. Creation of a stable environment in which to raise children.
  c. Arrangement between families for economic gains.
  d. Accord between individuals so that they can obtain political status.
  e. Ritual ordained by religion so that the church can endure.



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Answer to Question 1

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