Question

Which is the main role of a griot?
To organize the family structure
To preserve cultural traditions
To tell stories with morals
To spread Islamic teachings

Answer 1

The main role of a griot is to **preserve cultural traditions**. Griots are West African traditional storytellers, historians, and musicians who play a vital role in maintaining and transmitting the oral history, culture, and traditions of their communities. They often tell stories with morals and may also serve as advisors and diplomats, but their primary function is to preserve and share cultural heritage.