In West African societies, the function of the griot was to

A.
transport goods to markets.
B.
care for soldiers wounded in battle.
C.
serve as the village priest.
D.
maintain the tradition of oral history.

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D. maintain the tradition of oral history.

Griots are traditional storytellers, historians, and musicians in West African societies, responsible for preserving and conveying oral history and cultural traditions.

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