Summary
In this chapter Mead describes the formal sexual relations of the Samoans. The trusted buddy who does one's courting for him reappears prominently, as does sneaking into houses at night and marriages that are monogamous only in theory.
Discussion
Moetotolo was the thing/concept that jumped out at me. How good can the odds actually be that she was actively expecting someone to sneak in and he doesn't actually show up to interrupt? Doesn't speak well to the character of the girls or the integrity of the boys.
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