Margie was learning about the Maasai people in Africa from her teacher. Her teacher was telling the class about the circumcision rituals that boys undergo at about the age of 10 when they are ready to become warriors. At this time, the boys paint their faces white and dress in black. Margie commented that this sounded like a very odd ritual and that she could not understand why anyone would want to be a part of this tribe. What was Margie exhibiting?

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Margie is exhibiting ethnocentrism, which is the belief that one's own cultural practices and beliefs are superior to others. Margie is unable to appreciate or understand the significance of the Maasai circumcision ritual and therefore cannot accept it as a valid part of their culture.

Margie Was Learning About the Maasai People in Africa from Her