The Fulani people of West Africa believe an infant should be given an unattractive nickname because __________.

A. it will prevent the infant from becoming a conceited child
B. it will increase the parent-child bond
C. evil spirits will think the baby is not worth taking
D. the nickname is a sign of respect toward the infant


Answer: C

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