Which of the following might be interpreted as a modern example of the potlatch?
A. A local politician gives away hundreds of frozen turkeys at a campaign rally.
B. A special interest group pays the salary and expenses of a lobbyist.
C. A former president makes speeches in favor of his party's new candidate.
D. Delegates at a national convention trade buttons and other campaign memorabilia.
Answer: A
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a. true b. false
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a. Reconciliation b. Warfare c. Deference d. Witchcraft
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