Cultural Standards of Suri Women

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Why do the Suri women wear ear and lip ornaments in the form of flat discs?

To become ugly and avoid being kidnapped (correct)

To follow a tradition passed down by their ancestors

To protect themselves from wild animals

To display their wealth and social status

What is the significance of the size of the plateau worn by Suri women?

It indicates their father's wealth

It reflects their physical strength and ability

It symbolizes their freedom and independence

It represents their importance within the tribe (correct)

What is the purpose of the brass coils worn by the Padaung women?

To display their cultural heritage

To protect themselves from tigers (correct)

To increase their physical strength

To become unattractive to men

What does the removal of bottom two teeth signify for the Suri women?

A sign of maturity and readiness for marriage Signup and view all the answers

What was the original motivation behind the tradition of wearing ear and lip discs by Suri women?

To avoid being attacked by wild animals Signup and view all the answers

What is the cultural significance of the number of cows owned by a Suri man?

It reflects his social standing within the tribe Signup and view all the answers

Why do Padaung girls wear coils of brass rings around their necks?

To assert their identity and beauty Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adding more coils to the necks of Padaung girls as they grow up?

To enhance their marriageability Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the coils on the necks of Padaung women?

It elongates their necks Signup and view all the answers

What was the original motivation behind the tradition of binding feet in ancient China?

To make the women more attractive for marriage Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the size of women's feet in ancient China?

It was linked to their status in society Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the brass rings worn by Padaung women according to a study by researchers from Otsuma Womenʼs University?

It increases the distance from the collarbone to the chin Signup and view all the answers

What motivated high-ranking families in ancient China to bind their daughters' feet?

A wish to be seen as beautiful and fashionable Signup and view all the answers

What is the common misconception about foot-binding in ancient China?

It was purely for aesthetic reasons Signup and view all the answers

Why were brass rings used as well as copper and gold for neck coiling among Padaung girls?

To display wealth and status Signup and view all the answers

What is believed to be the motivation behind adding coils around a Padaung girl's neck at an early age?

To alter body proportions and physical appearance Signup and view all the answers

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