How did Annette Weiner, a feminist anthropologist, challenge preexisting theories in anthropology?

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Annette Weiner challenged preexisting theories in anthropology by conducting a restudy of the Trobriand Islands and drawing new conclusions about gender roles. She challenged the previous idea that the Trobriand society was matriarchal by showing that women's power was limited and that men also had important roles in the society. This challenged the previous binary understanding of gender roles in anthropology.

How Did Annette Weiner, a Feminist Anthropologist, Challenge Preexisting Theories