What Kind of Problem Is "Built Into" Being a Bigman

question 49

Multiple Choice

What kind of problem is "built into" being a bigman?

• A)The bigman must negotiate with other bigmen and must travel long distances.While he (or she)is away,the tribe often rebels.
• B)The bigman gives large amounts of goods to his competitors in order to shame them and reduce their prestige.This leaves little for his (or her)followers.
• C)The bigman must marry many wives and have many children in order to increase his (or her)support.The bigman cannot afford this.
• D)The bigman must be an elder and does not have a long life span.This makes leadership ever changing.
• E)There are no inherent problems in being a bigman.

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