Rites of Passage Are

question 49

Multiple Choice

Rites of passage are

• A)gestures,objects,and language that form the basis of human communication.
• B)stressful periods of self-evaluation,often occurring between 35 and 50 years of age.
• C)rituals marking the symbolic transition from one social position to another.
• D)expectations regarding the proper behavior,attitudes,and activities of males and females.

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