Which Activity Is Consistent with the Beliefs of the Beng

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which activity is consistent with the beliefs of the Beng people of West Africa about when life begins?

• A) elaborately painting newborns' faces
• B) protecting the umbilical stump from drying out and falling off
• C) allowing newborns to cry for several minutes before tending to them
• D) All of these activities are consistent with those beliefs.

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