Question

Kiri is a member of the Maori tribe of New Zealand. As she lies dying, the older adults, clergy, and experts in tribal customs will probably __________.

A) conduct a karakia ceremony
B) chant sutras to calm her mind
C) discourage her from giving away her belongings
D) encourage her to meet death with stoic self-control

Answer 1

A) conduct a karakia ceremony

Step-by-step explanation:

Karakia ceremony is a ceremony that the Maori tribe is conducting in a way of prayer. This prayer is used to invoke spiritual guidance and protection. This ceremony is usually used to increase good spirits.

There was a legend about a Viapu river, that was cursed, and this curse was removed with the karakia ceremony. In Maori religion, karakia serves to clean the home from bad spirits after the funeral.