Worthington has been praying and fasting for days. His healer has been making extraordinary noises, beating him, and giving him foul-tasting brews to drink. It is MOST likely that Worthington and his healer are _____.

A. both psychotic
B. engaged in a sadomasochistic ritual
C. exorcising the demons that are responsible for Worthington's troubles
D. exercising their right to do whatever they want in private


Ans: C. exorcising the demons that are responsible for Worthington's troubles

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