The primary difference between a village head and a "big man" is that

A. village head is a permanent political office, while big man is a temporary position.
B. a big man can enforce his decisions.
C. a village head is a band leader, while a big man is a tribal leader.
D. a big man has supporters in multiple villages.
E. a big man's high status is ascribed, while a village head's high status is achieved.


Answer: D

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