Polygamists Believe That Monogamy Is Not a Natural State for Human

question 23

Multiple Choice

Polygamists believe that monogamy is not a natural state for human beings. They feel that people should have multiple spouses at the same time rather than just one spouse. Although polygamy is illegal in the United States, there are many people around the world who engage in this practice, including some who do so in the United States, despite the legal restrictions. Polygamists who live in the United States are an example of a __________.

• A) subculture
• B) mainstream culture
• C) hegemony
• D) counterculture

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Definitions:

Status

The relative social, professional, or other standing of someone or something, often influencing respect, influence, and access to resources or opportunities.

Achievement-Orientation

Achievement-orientation refers to an individual's or organization's focus and emphasis on setting goals and achieving results.

High Individualism

A cultural orientation where individual goals and independence are prioritized over group or collective goals.

Power Distance

The extent to which less powerful members of organizations and institutions accept and expect that power is distributed unequally.