Asked by Lisette Mendoza on May 22, 2024

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The term mate to refer to the very old, the very sick, and the dead is used by the ______.

A) Hopi Indians
B) Apache Indians
C) Melanesians
D) Polynesians

Melanesians

Ethnic groups indigenous to Melanesia, a subregion of Oceania in the Pacific, known for their distinct languages, cultures, and physical characteristics.

Polynesians

The indigenous peoples of Polynesia, a large grouping of over 1,000 islands in the central and southern Pacific Ocean, known for their unique cultural practices and navigation skills.

  • Understand how different cultures conceptualize and deal with death.
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Mohammed SaleemMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The term mate is used by the Melanesians to refer to the very old, the very sick, and the dead, reflecting their cultural attitudes and beliefs regarding these states of being.