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What characteristic is displayed by individuals who are described as "supplicants"?

  1. Self-reliance

  2. Dominance

  3. Power and control

  4. Humility

The correct answer is: Humility

Individuals described as "supplicants" typically exhibit a sense of humility. This term often refers to people who are seeking assistance or favor from others, demonstrating a willingness to submit or make requests in a respectful manner. Their posture or demeanor is one of openness, recognizing their need for support, guidance, or resources from those they approach. This humility can be contrasted with traits like self-reliance, which suggests independence and the ability to manage without assistance. Dominance and power and control imply an assertive or commanding presence, which is contrary to the vulnerability often associated with being a supplicant. Those who seek help as supplicants are acknowledging their limitations and showing deference to the abilities or resources of others, hence the connection to humility.