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GST 112 Study Session 2: GST103: Nigerian Peoples and Cultures Objective Question
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Question

What were the 'Umuada' or 'Umuokpu' among the Igbo, and what function did they serve?
Options
A Male warriors who defended the village
B Daughters of the land who maintained contact with their homeland and helped settle disputes
Correct Answer
C Age grades that carried out development projects
D Oracle priests who judged legal cases
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states: 'Umuada or Umuokpu (daughters of the land), who although now married, also maintained frequent contacts with their homeland. The 'Umuada' were especially useful in the settlement of family and community disputes.'

Hint

They are married women who retain ties to their birth villages.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 2: GST103: Nigerian Peoples and Cultures
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 114 of 1270
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