For the Quechua, like all cultures, getting the groceries that sustain life requires labor- a lot of labor. In Quechua society, how is that labor organized? Who does what? How is work divided in your household?
In Quechua society, labor is typically divided between men and women. Traditionally, men are responsible for hunting and fishing while women tend to care for the home and children. Both genders may also be involved in agricultural work such as planting, harvesting, preparing fields for planting, tending animals or maintaining irrigation systems. Additionally, both genders have roles in gathering firewood and other materials needed for daily life.
The way work is divided in a household varies from family to family but there are some general trends that can be observed. Men are typically more involved in outdoor activities such as farming or construction projects while women do most of the domestic chores like cleaning the house or cooking meals. This division of labor allows families to maximize efficiency by having each person specialize in certain tasks which helps keep everyone productive throughout their day. In some cases, it may even be necessary for women to take on traditionally male roles if no man is present within the household or if he is unable to fulfill his duties due to injury or illness (García y García 2).
Overall, getting groceries requires a lot of labor which is why efficient organization among different members of a Quechua household is essential for success. Through effective division of labor gender roles become reinforced yet flexible according to each individual’s capabilities and needs making sure everyone contributes what they can towards providing sustenance for themselves and those around them (Lorenzo 6).
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