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kodithompson

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on: Aug 11, 2018
What reason do the Yanomam give for their practice of ingesting the bones and ashes of deceased family members?
 
  A. It brings strength and long life to the leaders of the community.
  B. It frees the soul of the deceased individual.
  C. It allows the deceased to be reincarnated through the next child born into the family.
  D. It cures serious illnesses.

Question 2

The Yanomam induce hallucinations in order to have direct contact with the spirit world through which of the following means?
 
  A. refraining from food and drink for at least three days
  B. drinking a tea brewed from sacred leaves
  C. snuff derived from certain plants
  D. rhythmic drumming and dancing


aliotak

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Reply #1 on: Aug 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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