Question 29
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2020
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IGBO_L1
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objective
List the three main stages of the traditional Igbo male initiation ceremony (Ichi) and briefly explain the significance of each stage.
Answer Options
A.
1. Training - teaches survival skills; 2. Naming - assigns a new Igbo name; 3. Gift‑giving - distributes wealth among participants.
B.
1. Purification - cleanses the initiate spiritually; 2. Masking - hides identity during rites; 3. Dance - celebrates the end of the ceremony.
C.
1. Invitation - gathers participants for the ceremony; 2. Tattooing (Ichi) - symbolizes tribal affiliation; 3. Feasting - rewards the elders for their guidance.
Correct Answer
D.
1. Preparation - signifies readiness for adulthood; 2. Scarification (Ichi) - marks the transition to manhood; 3. Celebration - integrates the initiates into the community as respected adults.
Correct Answer
D
Correct Option:
1. Preparation - signifies readiness for adulthood; 2. Scarification (Ichi) - marks the transition to manhood; 3. Celebration - integrates the initiates into the community as respected adults.
About This Question
This is
Bece Model Questions Vol1
2020
Igbo L1
Question 29.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2020
Bece Model Questions Vol1
Igbo L1
examination.
Difficulty level:
Medium
.