In the context of tribal societies, what is a big man?
A. someone who holds a permanent political office
B. a hereditary ruler
C. a person who creates his reputation through entrepreneurship and generosity to others
D. a leader who avoids excessive displays of generosity
E. a leader who has tremendous power because he is regarded as divine
Question 2
The Yanomami of Venezuela and Brazil have descent groups, which span more than one village and are
A. matrilineal and primarily dependent on foraging.
B. typically led by a female leader.
C. without gender stratification.
D. purely horticultural.
E. patrilineal and exogamous in nature.
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