What is the primary difference between a village head and a "big man"?

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


B. A big man has supporters in multiple villages.

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