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GST 112 Study Session 5: NIGERIAN CULTURAL HERITAGE Objective Question
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Among the Efik of James Town, what is the specific purpose of tying fresh palm leaves over the door where a young girl undergoing fattening resides?
Options
A To indicate that the girl is undergoing a sacred ritual.
B To prevent wicked water spirit Ndem from entering.
Correct Answer
C To mark the duration of the fattening period for visitors.
D To signify the girl's passage into womanhood.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text explains: 'During this period, fresh palm leaves are tied over the door where the young girl resides to prevent wicked water spirit Ndem from entering.'

Hint

This is a protective measure against a specific spiritual entity.

Question Info

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