Why Did the Innu of Quebec Practice Polygyny

question 10

Multiple Choice

Why did the Innu of Quebec practice polygyny?

• A) The low status of women meant they were treated like property.
• B) Trapping and warfare resulted in a population imbalance and a lack of men.
• C) The Innu religion taught that it was preferred.
• D) The Innu did not practice polygyny.

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