The Forest People

Turnbull describes the Pygmies as a group without hierarchy or leadership, and gives several examples involving parenting, punishment, and workloads. Give a few examples of Turnbull’s claim at work in the narrative.

Compare the Negro villagers and the BaMbuti. Based on Turnbull’s narrative, which group seems to be more dependent on the other? Provide examples to support your answers.

Though the Negro villagers and BaMbuti view life differently, Turnbull mentions several customs that both groups share. Describe these customs, and explain how each group uses the custom to meet its needs.