Introduction to Mythology

Question 1

Which mythical features are present in "The Beginning of the Maasai”? Select four options.

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cows flying through the air among the dusty clouds; a giant tree connecting the earth and the sky; the cattle walking down the branches of the fig tree; the narrator being the granddaughter of a god

Question 2

Question 2

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A volcano erupts, sending the cows flying into the sky.

Question 3

Question 3

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The cows are starving, so they must be returned to the earth.

Question 4

Question 4

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The Maasai are given the gift of cattle.

Question 5

Who is the central character introduced in the beginning of the myth? What major conflict is introduced in the beginning? How is the major conflict developed in the middle? How is the conflict resolved in the end?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the father of the Maasai; Selection 1: the father of the Maasai; Selection 2: A volcano erupts, sending the cows flying into the sky.; Selection 3: The cows are starving, so they must be returned to the earth.; Selection 4: The Maasai are given the gift of cattle.

Question 6

Which is the best explanation for why Neiterkob is called the "Beginner of the Earth”?

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Neiterkob is the connection between the tribe and the sky god.

Question 7

Summarize the plot of the myth "The Beginnings of the Maasai.”

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In the myth "The Beginnings of the Maasai," the father of the Maasai, Neiterkob, lives in peace with his cattle until a sudden volcanic eruption sends the cattle into the sky. To rescue them, the god Enkai grows a giant fig tree that stretches into the heavens, allowing the cattle to walk back down to Earth. This story explains why cattle are considered sacred to the Maasai and why they believe cattle are a gift from god.

Question 8

What did you include in your summary? Check all that apply.

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details from the beginning, including the characters and conflicts

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