Which of the Following Characteristics About Samoan Society Best Helps

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics about Samoan society best helps explain how fà-afafines became commonplace in contemporary Samoa?

• A)Samoans make sharp distinctions between males and females.
• B)Close and physically affectionate relations with same-sex people are prohibited.
• C)The declining status of the aumaga has left men without a clear sense of purpose.
• D)Because there is widespread unemployment in Samoa, men take on fà-afafine roles for status.

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