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GST 112 Study Session 5: NIGERIAN CULTURAL HERITAGE Objective Question
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Among the Ibibio, what traditional practice is performed on the body of a child who dies, to prevent re-incarnation?
Options
A The body is mummified and buried in a special shrine.
B The body is mutilated.
Correct Answer
C The body is thrown into the 'evil forest'.
D A special ritual is performed by the village elders to appease the spirits.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states: 'If a child dies, the body is mutilated to prevent his re-incarnation.'

Hint

This practice is often done to prevent the deceased from returning to life in another form.

Question Info

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