Which of the Following Characteristics About Samoan Society Best Helps

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics about Samoan society best helps explain how fà-afafines became commonplace in contemporary Samoa?

A) Samoans make sharp distinctions between males and females.
B) Close and physically affectionate relations with same-sex people are prohibited.
C) The declining status of the aumaga has left men without a clear sense of purpose.
D) Because there is widespread unemployment in Samoa, men take on fà-afafine roles for status.