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Question
Among the Yoruba, which stage of marriage involves bringing in a mediating agent (Alarina) to introduce the suitor and the intending bride?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The text states: 'The second stage, the Alarina involves bringing in a mediating agent (usually, a woman, but may also be a man) who would mediate between the suitor and the intending bride by introducing them to each other.'
Hint
Recall the Yoruba marriage stages and their specific descriptions. The 'Alarina' is the mediator.