The Yanomami of Venezuela and Brazil have descent groups, which span more than one village and are

A. typically led by a female leader.
B. without gender stratification.
C. matrilineal and primarily dependent on foraging.
D. patrilineal and exogamous in nature.
E. purely horticultural.


Answer: D

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