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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. Which weapon is seldom used?

2. What skill had some of the tribe attained in Chagnon's absence?

3. Which of the following is not an alternative?

4. Men who are afraid often find excuses to return to the village after how many days at war?

5. What/who plays an important part in the events?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Chagnon compare Kaobawa and Moawa?

2. How many people has Moawa killed? How is he viewed by his people?

3. Name one of the most significant changes in the relationship between the Yanomamo and foreigners.

4. Discuss the role of the hunter and how it affects the rest of the tribe.

5. Who does Kaobawa choose to go along on the trip?

6. Explain how food fits into the typical trading scenario.

7. What major event had great impact on the culture? Why?

8. What are the most common reasons for declaring war?

9. What are some alternate names for the Mishimishimabowei-teri tribe?

10. What is the reaction of one of the tribal members regarding Chagnon's census?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the hierarchy of women within the tribe. Who has the most power? Who is most revered? Who has the least power? Are there special factors or positions in regards to the females in the group? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Examine the Yanomamo's jealousy and absolute secrecy regarding their names and the names of their dead. Compare and contrast those beliefs to those of the Native Americans. Also reference sacred burial grounds.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay or short story in which people are forced to resort to cannibalism in order to survive a horrific natural disaster. If non-fiction, cite sources.

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