Question

question 6
6.25 points
formal matriarchies emerged among native american tribal societies and in nations in which
a men lacked the physical strength to overpower the women.
b women were believed to be able to communicate directly with the gods.
c the primary mode of food gathering was fishing, which women excelled at.
d men were absent for long periods because of warfare or food - gathering expeditions.

Explanation:

In many Native American tribal societies and some nations, when men were away for extended times due to warfare or food - gathering expeditions (which were often male - dominated activities), women took on leadership roles. This absence of men created a situation where women could step into positions of authority, leading to the emergence of formal matriarchies.

• Option A: Physical strength was not the main reason for matriarchy emergence. In many cultures, social and practical factors (like male absence) were more important than physical strength in determining leadership.
• Option B: There is no widespread evidence that belief in women's direct communication with gods was the cause of matriarchy in these contexts.
• Option C: Fishing was not typically the primary food - gathering mode associated with the emergence of matriarchy in the described Native American and other relevant societies.

Answer:

D. men were absent for long periods because of warfare or food - gathering expeditions.