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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. Who initially accompanies Chagnon?

2. Which is not part of the trading network?

3. A member of the Yanomamo asks Chagnon about which invention?

4. Which adjective best describes Chagnon's opinion about the continued pristine condition of some villages?

5. What is traded between Yanomamo and foreigners?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. What percentage of adult males have killed once? More than once?

5. What is Chagnon's opinion of an outbreak of violence during a feast?

6. Explain the fear involved in men marching off to a raid or to war.

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Explore the items that might be needed in a long trek from one village to another. Create 3 separate kits: 1 for a 1-2 day trip; 1 for a 5-7 day trip; 1 for a 10-12 day trip. Explain your reasons for the inclusion of each item. How do you know that the kit would last the whole time?

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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