Question

What is the purpose of a society's oral tradition?

Answer 1

The correct answer is - to teach lessons about important cultural values.

Oral tradition refers to stories and tales that are told throughout the society. Usually a grandfather or a grandmother will tell these stories to their grandkids, in order to teach them a valuable lesson about their society, but also about life in general. These tales are of extreme importance for young children, so that they can learn more about life.

Answer 2

The purpose of a society's oral tradition is to teach lessons about important cultural values. Through stories you tell children how they should behave, and also tell them about their ancestors, etc.