Which historic migration festival is celebrated by the Anlo Ewe of the Volta Region to commemorate their exodus from Notsie?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Hogbetsotso Festival
- Step 1: Hogbetsotso translates to 'the festival of exodus' or migration from Notsie in modern Togo. Step 2. It features the famous 'misego' dance depicting their legendary backward escape from King Agorkoli. Answer: Hogbetsotso Festival. Why not the others: Agbamevo is the Kente festival of Agotime; Te Za is celebrated in Ho; Asogli Yam Festival is celebrated by the Asogli state.
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