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vicotolentino

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What feature of unilineal descent groups enables them to act as separate and distinct units?
 
  A) Individual membership in a group is very clear.
  B) Individuals may be members of multiple groups simultaneously.
  C) The group allows for a very large unit of related individuals.
  D) The group is naturally limited to a small, tightly knit unit.

Question 2

Many Westerners view the practices of dowry, bride wealth, and bride service to be about buying a wife. Explain why this is an inaccurate description of economic marriage transactions. What is the purpose of such economic exchanges between families?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Accurate definitions of dowry, bride wealth, and bride service
2. Connect each type's relative status and role of women
3. Explain the purpose of each type of economic exchange





 

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