Rituals That Mark an Individual's Changing Statuses as He or She

question 40

Multiple Choice

Rituals that mark an individual's changing statuses as he or she moves through life's various stages are called:

• A)rites of passage
• B)puberty rituals
• C)stage ceremonies
• D)change of life ceremonies

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Definitions:

Administer Enema

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Diarrhea

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