When Lee Presented His Ju/'hoansi Informants with the Black Ox

question 15

Multiple Choice

When Lee presented his Ju/'hoansi informants with the black ox, what was their response?

• A) They reciprocated with gifts of their own.
• B) They insulted the ox, saying that it was far too thin.
• C) They refused to accept the gift.
• D) They traded the ox for a fatter, younger cow.

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