SOCI 1121 Lecture : Marriage.docx
Document Summary
Polygyny 1 man married to several wives. Having many wives that are unique = higher in social status. Shows you have wealth to be able to afford the collection of wives. Polyandry 1 wife married to several husbands. Occurs in conditions of extreme poverty and limited roles for women in productive economy. Having three husbands bringing home resources will allow the wife to be in a better condition. Increasing chance for child to survive with more wealth/economical status if husbands believe wife"s child is partly theirs when uncertain who the child belongs to. Group marriage several husbands and wives all married to each other. Wives are chosen, do not choose less choice contributes to jealousy. Co-husbands are more likely to be brothers jealousy less among siblings. Family of orientation family in which someone is born/reared. Family of procreation family established when get married and have children.
