The gods of Vodou are called loas, meaning:

a. mysteries.
b. angels.
c. witches.
d. rulers.


a. mysteries.

Analysis:
a. Correct. The gods of Vodou are called loas, meaning "divinities" or "mysteries."
b. Incorrect. Vodou is a typical example of a religion centered on different groups of gods, not angels.
c. Incorrect. Vodou is a typical example of a religion centered on different groups of gods, not witches.
d. Incorrect. Vodou is a typical example of a religion centered on different groups of gods, not on rulers.

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