In many parts of the world, menarche is the catalyst that enters females into a lifelong process of socially constructed monthly rituals. Menstrual-related monthly rituals are remarkably common because ____.
◦ many cultures are male-dominant and rituals are a means to control women
◦ many cultures lack access to medical care and scientific knowledge
◦ many cultures have strong beliefs concerning the power of menstrual blood
◦ many cultures lack access to informative media such as television and radio