Mongolian Culture and Traditions Quiz

What does “ablution” mean in the passage?

• Celebration

• Feeding

• Ritual washing

• Crying

What is a “midwife”?

• A child’s teacher

• A woman who assists in childbirth

• A religious leader

• A village head

Why is “salted broth” used in the ceremony?

• For flavor

• For feeding the baby

• For connecting the baby to nature and abundance

• To make tea

What is a “hadag”?

• A baby’s toy

• A ceremonial scarf used in important rituals

• A bowl of food

• A drum

The act of “whispering the name” into the baby’s ear is meant to:

• Entertain the child

• Announce it to the gods

• Symbolically give the child their name

• Scare away spirits

What does “ner shigshikh” refer to?

• Singing lullabies

• A random name selection ritual

• Washing the baby

• Weighing the baby

Why are unattractive names like “Muu-nokhoi” sometimes chosen?

• To make the child humble

• To confuse the ancestors

• To protect the child from evil spirits

• Because parents dislike the child

What does “sheath” in “sheathed knife” mean?

• Shiny

• Hidden

• Covered with a protective case

• Carved

What is “airag”?

• Fermented mare’s milk

• A type of candy

• Baby food

• A type of meat

What is the purpose of ending the celebration before sunset?

• To avoid wild animals

• To follow tradition

• To give the baby time to sleep

• Because of religious laws