When do Mende girls undergo female initiation rites?​

A) ​after they move out of their natal homes
B) ​after they have their first child
C) ​after the beginning of menstruation
D) ​immediately before the beginning of menstruation

Mende Girls

A term that may refer to young females within the Mende ethnic group, which is primarily found in Sierra Leone, known for their rich cultural traditions and societal roles.

Female Initiation Rites

Ceremonial practices marking the transition of girls into womanhood, often involving traditional rituals and teachings specific to a culture.

Menstruation

A natural biological process where blood and other material from the lining of the uterus is discharged through the vagina, typically occurring in human females from puberty to menopause.