Societies that engage in pastoralism are characterized by __________.

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Pastoralism typically involves small, highly mobile groups that move frequently to find grazing land for their large domesticated animals like cows, goats, or sheep. Option B is incorrect as pastoralism does not depend on small animals like chickens or pigs. Option C is incorrect as pastoralism typically occurs in grassland environments, not densely forested ones. Option D is incorrect as pastoral societies usually have a lower birth rate than societies engaged in agriculture due to lower food productivity.

Societies That Engage in Pastoralism Are Characterized by __________