Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." My father was chief before me. When a young man, he was called Joseph by Mr. Spaulding, a missionary. He died a few years ago. He left a good name on earth. He advised me well for my people.Based on the idea that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) highly values what his father has taught him, how does he most likely feel about his tribe’s cultural traditions?
Answer
A
He feels strongly about sharing them with others in the world.
B
He feels strongly about remembering them for years to come.
C
He feels strongly about revising them to be more relevant.
D
He feels strongly about preserving and maintaining them.
Explanation
Chief Joseph describes his father as leaving a good name and advising him well for the benefit of their people. This suggests that he respects the wisdom passed down through his family and values carrying it forward. He would most likely feel strongly about preserving and maintaining his tribe’s cultural traditions, which is choice D.
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