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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. There is no word in the Yanomamo language for:
(a) Peace.
(b) Love.
(c) Rivalry.
(d) Enjoyment.

2. What adjective is often used to describe tribal women?
(a) Submissive.
(b) Rude.
(c) Clumsy.
(d) Arrogant.

3. What is another name for "Amahiri-teri?"
(a) Cannibal.
(b) God.
(c) Earth.
(d) Chieftain.

4. Which is not among the possessions of a "wealthy" woman?
(a) Machete.
(b) Puka shells.
(c) Tools.
(d) Hatchet.

5. Where was the warrior shot?
(a) Hip.
(b) Chest.
(c) Arm.
(d) Back.

Short Answer Questions

1. What would result from Chagnon not visiting all tribes?

2. What is the first thing a neighboring tribe does upon entering a village?

3. What percentage of men are credited with killing more than one person?

4. Chagnon refers to adults over which age losing a parent, sibling or child?

5. A raid is considered to be successful if how many of one's own people are killed?

(see the answer key)

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