Question 35
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2023
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YORUBA_L1
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objective
During the Yoruba naming ceremony (Ìkómọ̀), a child's name is chosen based on several criteria. List two common criteria and briefly explain why each is important.
Answer Options
Correct Answer
A.
1) Circumstances of birth - the name reflects the event or feeling at birth, preserving family memory. 2) Honouring ancestors or deities - the name connects the child to lineage or spiritual protection, reinforcing cultural identity.
B.
1) Birth order - assigning names solely by whether the child is firstborn or later is not a primary criterion in Yoruba naming. 2) Color of clothing - naming based on the color of the infant's outfit is not a recognized factor.
C.
1) Length of the name - selecting a name because it is short or long is not a traditional consideration. 2) Popularity in media - choosing a name because it appears in movies or songs is not a customary Yoruba naming criterion.
D.
1) Astrological sign - the name is chosen based on the child's zodiac, which is not a traditional Yoruba practice. 2) Favorite food - naming after a preferred dish is not customary in Yoruba naming ceremonies.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
1) Circumstances of birth - the name reflects the event or feeling at birth, preserving family memory. 2) Honouring ancestors or deities - the name connects the child to lineage or spiritual protection, reinforcing cultural identity.
About This Question
This is
Bece Model Questions Vol1
2023
Yoruba L1
Question 35.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2023
Bece Model Questions Vol1
Yoruba L1
examination.
Difficulty level:
Medium
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