Yoruba Names and Their Meanings

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What is the primary purpose of naming ceremonies in African cultures?

To appease ancestors and deities

To showcase wealth and social status

To solidify family ties and alliances

To communicate and tell stories about people and events at the time of birth (correct)

What is unique about the names mentioned in the text?

They are inspired by biblical names

They are a combination of Yoruba and English names

They reflect the circumstances of birth and family heritage (correct)

They are derived from European languages

What is a common feature of naming ceremonies across different African religions?

They involve animal sacrifices

They involve a ceremony (correct)

They involve a ceremonial feast

They involve praying to ancestors

What is implied about life in the phrase 'Who will remain that is everything must die'?

Death is inevitable Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the names 'Ojochide' and 'Onuche Alewo'?

They are names that reflect cultural heritage Signup and view all the answers

What is the common thread among African religions in terms of naming ceremonies?

They all communicate meaning and significance Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of the traditional news disseminator in the village system?

To efficiently and conscientiously discharge duties Signup and view all the answers

Why do traditional media have more force and credibility in Nigeria's indigenous institutions?

Because they are not competitive or profit-oriented Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the 'Oro' cult in Yoruba villages?

To keep away intruders from their villages Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of masquerades in some societies like Igboland?

To gossip and expose scandals Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the Igbo masquerade used to ward off thieves from their villages and towns?

Isato Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol of the 'Oro' ancestral cult organisation?

The bull roarer Signup and view all the answers

What is a common theme found in folk stories told to children?

Encouraging love for others Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary purpose of folk stories in traditional African societies?

To disseminate information and encourage social values Signup and view all the answers

Why do communication scholars and social development specialists pay little attention to deliberate instruction in enculturation?

Because of the dominance of mass media Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of folk stories in many African societies?

They are told orally in the evenings Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary focus of traditional marriage institution in folk stories?

The evils of jealousy and rival wives Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of folk stories commonly found in Africa?

Short riddles and long stories Signup and view all the answers

What did Tortoise say to prove that size is not the end of everything?

He would show him in seven days Signup and view all the answers

Why did Crocodile think Tortoise was alone holding the rope?

Because he didn't see Tortoise's friends Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the rope pulling activity?

Crocodile was pulled out of the water onto the land Signup and view all the answers

What did Tortoise say to Antelope about running?

Slow and steady wins the race Signup and view all the answers

What did Antelope boast about to Tortoise?

He could run faster than Tortoise Signup and view all the answers

What was the agreement between Tortoise and Antelope?

They would have a running race Signup and view all the answers

What was the town crier or gongman used for in times of unrest?

To proclaim curfew when riots were expected and to apprehend criminals Signup and view all the answers

How many ethnic groups are there in Nigeria?

More than 250 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the unit discussed in the text?

Institutional structures in African culture Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the institutional structures in African culture?

They vary depending on the culture of a people Signup and view all the answers

What do age-grade groups and market men/women associations represent in some cultures?

Social institutional structures Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the self-assessment exercise?

To list and discuss the institutional structures in one's community Signup and view all the answers