How did the “cryer” serve as an educator in early tribes? a.) the “cryer” was in charge of the tribes reading and writing. b.) the “cryer” recorded the tribal history. c.) the “cryer” passed on the traditions to the tribe. d.) the “cryer” acted out all the legends of the tribe.

The correct answers are:

A.) the ''cryer'' was in charge of the tribe's reading and writing;

C.) the ''cryer'' passed on the traditions to the tribe;

The ''cryer'' had a very important role in the early tribal societies. Its role was to educate the members of the tribe, by teaching them the skills of writing and reading. Also, the ''cryer'', had the obligation to maintain the cultural legacy of the tribe, and that was done by passing on the traditions to the new generations so that they are not forgotten, and also give the members of the tribe a sense of unity and uniqueness.