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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the Yanomamo, how many layers are there in the cosmos?

2. To which tribe does the helper belong?

3. Storing people in a tree assists:

4. What is the name for a male spirit?

5. What is another name for "Amahiri-teri?"

Short Essay Questions

1. In what other ways is poison used?

2. What is the common practice in regards to sharing within the tribe?

3. What is a "noreshi?" Why is it important?

4. Examine the differences in the lives of girls and boys.

5. How do the Yanomamo separate everything on earth?

6. Examine the Yanomamo way of storytelling.

7. Examine the weapons used by the Yanomamo.

8. Describe the basic facts of the Yanomamo.

9. What indicates the passage of boy into manhood?

10. Explain the basic structure of the village including the shabono.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe in detail the Yanomamo's views on cannibalism. What are the forms of cannibalism? Compare and contrast the two kinds. Is one better or worse than the other? What differentiates the two?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the precautions taken by women who may be in danger from other tribes as well as their own people. What precautions are generally taken? Who is responsible for protecting the women and children of the tribe? Name some scenarios in which a woman may face the greatest possible dangers.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Chagnon's desire to create a census and genealogy of the Yanomamo. What types of questions might the author ask? From whom would Chagnon get the best information? How could the author be sure that the information was accurate? Create a sample page of an entry in Chagnon's log book. Include all pertinent information about the tribal member.

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