Correct Answer:
A. Priest
The question asks for a synonym of the word "Shaman." A shaman is a person regarded as having access to, and influence in, the world of good and evil spirits, especially among some tribal societies. They typically perform healing, divination, and spiritual guidance.
- The correct answer is A) Priest. A priest is a person authorized to perform the sacred rituals of a religion, especially as a mediatory agent between humans and one or more deities. Both shamans and priests serve as spiritual leaders and intermediaries, making "priest" the closest synonym among the options.
- B) Merchant is a person involved in trade or commerce.
- C) Soldier is a person who serves in an army.
- D) Farmer is a person who operates a farm.
These distractors represent professions unrelated to the spiritual or religious functions of a shaman.