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Tapu

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Rules, prohibitions, wrapping, or shielding practices in Pacific cultures that protect and express one's vital force, identity, or strength (mana), and that limit access to and protect sacred objects.

AP course connection

Topic 9.2: 9.2 Interactions Within and Across Cultures in Pacific Art

Unit 9

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