In patrilineal societies, lobola gifts

A. make the husband part of the wife's descent group.
B. have little effect on descent groups.
C. make the children born to the woman full members of her husband's descent group.
D. ensure the wealth of the children.
E. ensure the wealth of the wife.


Answer: C

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