Which of the following characteristics about Samoan society best helps explain how fàafafines 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 fàafafine roles for status.
d
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