According to many African religions, the dead

a. gradually fade into nothingness.
b. retain an active interest in the living.
c. ascend to the heavenly place of light.
d. are reincarnated as animals or humans.


Answer: b

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Marx’s philosophy is frequently called

a. historical materialism. b. historical egoism. c. egoistic materialism. d. communistic pragmatism.

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A. intention and accident B. accidents and illness C. disease and wellness D. ethics and law

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What will be an ideal response?

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