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The concern of Mary Slessor was primarily with

The concern of Mary Slessor was primarily with
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  • A Expanding the spread of colonialism under the pretext of christian missionary activities
  • B Eliminating the tribal superstitious practice of killing of triplets only
  • C Introducing the people to European culture and religion
  • D Eliminating the tribal superstitious practice of killing of twin babies
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Eliminating the tribal superstitious practice of killing of twin babies is the correct answer. This was the primary concern of Mary Slessor, a Presbyterian missionary from Scotland to alter the thinking of the people as it relates to the taboo of giving birth to twin babies.

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