Ear stretching and the accompanying earrings have been a part of African body art for millennia. In recent decades, individuals in western cultures have begun to wear increasingly thicker earplugs (jewelry designed to stretch the ear). Which statement best describes the different meanings ear stretching hold for western and African cultures? (1 point)
In African cultures, ear stretching is often a symbol of status, beauty, and cultural identity, while in Western cultures it is more commonly seen as a fashion trend or form of self-expression.
