Which of the following statements is true about a rite of passage?

A. A ceremony surrounding a rite of passage tends to be informal and “low key.”
B. The U.S. society has no formalized rite of passage marking the transition from childhood to adulthood.
C. A rite of passage is a unique feature of American society.
D. A formal promotion cannot be considered a rite of passage.


Answer: B

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