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GST 112 Study Session 5: NIGERIAN CULTURAL HERITAGE Objective Question
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Which distinct marriage practice, uncommon in other Nigerian communities mentioned in the text, is observed among the Tiv?
Options
A Payment of bride price in livestock only.
B Marriage by capture is the primary method.
C Bride exchange, where families with grown-up daughters and sons could exchange them in marriage.
Correct Answer
D Negotiation of bride price using broom sticks, where the payment is never completed at once.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text mentions: 'You will also note that there is also bride exchange among the Tiv, which is not practiced among other Nigerian communities. Families with grown up daughters and sons could exchange their daughters in marriage.' While broomsticks for bride price is also mentioned for Tiv, bride exchange is explicitly stated as 'not practiced among other Nigerian communities'.

Hint

Look for a practice that is explicitly highlighted as unique to the Tiv compared to other groups.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 5: NIGERIAN CULTURAL HERITAGE
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 325 of 1270
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