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Anthro sec.3part.4
Marriage and Culture: Patterns and Differences
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is marriage? | A culturally approved and marketed relationship |
| What is a bride wealth? | Payment made to the bride's family |
| What is a dowry? | Payment made by bride's family |
| What is monogamy? | Single spouse marriage |
| What is polygamy? | Multiple spouse marriage |
| What is polygyny? | Multiple wives marriage |
| What is polyandry? | Multiple husband's marriage |
| Why do some societies allow plural marriages? (polygamy) | To equalize sex ratios, marrying late in life |