Multiple Choice
When the Kwakiutl of the Pacific Northwest perform a potlatch, there may be times when the excess gifts are actually destroyed rather than given away. Why is this done?
A) It avoids giving excess resources to those who do not need them.
B) It avoids giving excess resources to others who may be future enemies.
C) It can reinforce the generosity of the chief by demonstrating his willingness to waste resources.
D) It can reinforce the prestige of the chief by demonstrating his capacity.
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