Question 1

Discuss changing trends in the family structure in the United States.Have any of these affected you personally? How are these adaptations to our changing world?

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Question 2

In societies that practice high levels of bridewealth and bride service,the marriage tend to be more stable.Discuss how this is an advantage to both the families and the couple.

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In societies that practice high levels of bridewealth and bride service, the stability of marriage is often attributed to the strong social and economic ties that are created between the families involved. Bridewealth, which is the transfer of wealth from the groom's family to the bride's family, and bride service, which involves the groom working for the bride's family for a period of time, both serve to strengthen the bond between the two families.

For the families involved, this stability can be seen as an advantage as it ensures that the marriage is built on a strong foundation of mutual support and cooperation. The exchange of wealth and labor helps to establish a sense of commitment and responsibility between the families, which can lead to a more harmonious and enduring relationship. Additionally, the practice of bridewealth and bride service can also serve as a form of insurance for the bride's family, providing them with financial security and support in the event of any future difficulties or disputes within the marriage.

For the couple, the stability of marriage in societies that practice high levels of bridewealth and bride service can also be advantageous. The strong social and economic ties between their families can provide them with a support network and resources that can help them navigate the challenges of married life. Additionally, the sense of commitment and responsibility that is fostered through these practices can contribute to a more secure and fulfilling relationship for the couple.

Overall, the stability of marriage in societies that practice high levels of bridewealth and bride service can be advantageous for both the families and the couple involved, as it fosters strong social and economic ties, mutual support and cooperation, and a sense of commitment and responsibility that can contribute to a more enduring and harmonious relationship.

Question 3

What are the most significant trends of change that have occurred to the American family most recently?

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Trends include the high rates ...

Question 4

Which of the following practices is commonly found among the Navajo?

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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.F) D) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 5

In societies where accumulating material goods is difficult,the most likely exchange at marriage is:

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A)  Dowry.
B)  Bride service.
C)  Bridewealth.
D)  Money gifts.
E)  No exchanges of gifts or services.F) All of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 6

Why would a family seek a marriage broker?

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The marriage broker has more information...

Question 7

Among the Tiwi,as a woman grows older,her social position:

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A)  Declines,as she loses her looks.
B)  Increases,as she becomes eligible for political office and tribal chief.
C)  Increases,as her status as senior wife gives her social influence.
D)  Declines,as her husband takes on younger co-wives.
E)  Remains at the same low state as when she was young.F) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 8

One of the exceptions to the almost universal prohibition on brother/sister marriage was among:

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A)  The Toda of India.
B)  The Tiwi of Australia.
C)  The ancient Hawaiian royalty.
D)  The Kipsigis of East Africa.
E)  Medieval Europan Royalty.F) C) and E)
G) B) and D) C

Question 9

Compare and contrast exogamy and endogamy.

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They both exist to regulate marriage as ...

Question 10

Over the last century,among the Kipsigis of East Africa,bridewealth payments have:

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A)  Disappeared under the pressure of colonialism and modernity.
B)  Increased,to cover the rising cost of living.
C)  Remained the same in spite of changed economic conditions.
D)  Decreased,as other economic opportunities compete for a man's investments.
E)  Been prohibited by law.F) D) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 11

Define marriage.

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Question 12

Among the Kipsigis,in negotiating the terms of the bridewealth payment,a woman's parents:

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A)  Will frequently forgo the payment if the man is nice.
B)  Will ask more payment if their daughter is in love with the man.
C)  Will be motivated solely by making the best financial arrangement they can.
D)  Will ask less for a highly educated woman who can earn her own living.
E)  Try to find a balance between seeking a high bridewealth payment and concern for their daughter's happiness.F) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 13

In the United States,although there are no formal endogamous rules,social groups tend to be endogamous by:

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A)  Sex.
B)  Race.
C)  Hair color.
D)  Nuclear family.
E)  Extended family.F) All of the above
G) B) and D)

Question 14

When a society practices polygyny:

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A)  Most men will have more than one wife.
B)  Some men will have more than one wife.
C)  Some women will have more than one husband.
D)  Most women will have more than one husband.
E)  Some men will have more than one wife and some women will have more than one husband.F) All of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 15

Polyandry is adapted to a number of different economic and demographic circumstances.Among the Toda of South India,it is an adaptation to the:

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A)  Shortage of land.
B)  Need for men to be away as soldiers for long periods of time.
C)  Shortage of females,created by female infanticide.
D)  Low birth rate of females as compared with males.
E)  High degree of occupational specialization.F) D) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 16

How is the Ju'/hoansi interaction with elders and aging different from that of an urban society?

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Among this group and other foragers,elde...

Question 17

Societies in which the accumulation of goods is difficult are likely to have a practice of bride service,rather than bridewealth.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What do the Na of China do during their "visits?"

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A)  Exchange gifts.
B)  Go out for a meal.
C)  Fight.
D)  Make love.
E)  Arrange marriages.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 19

Among the Na of China,romantic love is considered more important and long lasting than family love.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 20

Where the levirate and the sororate exist,they testify to the importance of:

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A)  Romantic love as a reason for getting married.
B)  The emotional attachment between brothers and sisters.
C)  The diffusion of this Judaic custom from its Middle Eastern origin.
D)  Marriage as an alliance between families,rather than between individuals.
E)  The unimportance of children as a reason for getting married.F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

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