If a Trobriand girl's parents approve her marriage:

A) ?they bring cooked yams to her at her boyfriend's house.
B) ?they are required to slaughter a big and hold a feast.
C) ?they arrange a community-wide feast.
D) ?they perform a series of songs addressed to the couple.


A

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