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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. One tribe is almost always _______ to/with another.

2. What might have caused the illnesses to the tribes?

3. Kaobawa's presence suggests what?

4. Who must accept the presence of the visitors?

5. Brazilian officials ignore all complaints except for which ones?

Short Essay Questions

1. What has changed about medical care for the Yanomamo?

2. Why do the tribal leaders lie to each other?

3. What has changed about the living quarters of the Yanomamo people?

4. What is Chagnon's view of the peacemaking efforts between the two tribes?

5. Describe the activities in larger tribes in regards to killing and adultery.

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

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

8. Discuss items given in trade and how they affect the relationships between tribes.

9. Explain how social rules differ for a feast.

10. Discuss the three main ways in which alliances are formed between tribes.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Explain in detail the marriage preparation and rites of the Yanomamo. Who decides on the marriages? Who performs the ceremony? What is daily life like for a married couple? What are some of the reasons for divorce?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the Yanomamo's beliefs about evil spirits. How do the evil spirits affect the tribe? Are there scientific explanations for the occurrences? If so, what might they be? Give examples of occurrences that cannot be explained by science. What might have been the cause of the occurrences? What does the tribe do to cast out evil spirits? Are there any forms of protection against them? Explain.

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