Respect among relatives is also strongly influenced by their view toward patriarchy. Men are put in higher positions of respect, and chiefly lines are passed down through men. When there is no other men able to assume to position, then a woman will hold a high position. Also families are determined through patrilineal descent. Respect, patriarchy and giving also play large roles in shaping the economic life within a village.
Division of labor affects the positions of men and women within the economic sphere.
Each sex has defined activities. The men are the main financial support and are also the head of the house. They make the final decision concerning household affairs. Despite men's dominance in these ways, women also are crucial and respected within the household. They take care of all of the household duties.