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Read the summary of the section of "The Beginnings of the Maasai,” where the volcanic eruption and its results are described. As a result of a volcanic eruption, the sky god Enkai and the cattle were thrown into the sky. Enkai wanted to save his cattle. He grew a tree that bridged the sky and the earth. The cattle walked down the tree to Neiterkob. Neiterkob and the Maasai tribe took over caring for the cattle. Why does the summary need to be revised?

A
The summary incorrectly restates the myth.
B
The summary lacks transitions that connect ideas.
C
The summary is missing important words and phrases.
D
The summary includes too many minor details.
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Which excerpt from "The Beginnings of the Maasai” is the best example of a feature found in myths?

A
My job is important, so I work hard to do it well, even though the cattle can sometimes be troublesome.
B
You see, soon after I was born, a massive volcano erupted right in the middle of the cattle plains.
C
When we have rituals or community celebrations, I have to bring the cattle, because their presence is essential.
D
One by one, Enkai sent the cattle walking down branches of the fig tree, all the way down to the roots at the ground.
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Which are features of myths? Choose three correct answers.

A
characters found in everyday life
B
an attempt to explain the origin of the universe
C
humorous elements that entertain the reader
D
supernatural gods or animals
E
conflicts between worlds, beings, self, or natural elements
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Which is the best summary of the beginning of "The Beginnings of the Maasai”?

A
The Father of the Maasai introduces his daughter, explaining how the daughters and sons of the tribe care for the cattle and the sky god Enkai.
B
The Maasai tribe lives in Africa, where they care for their sons and daughters, their cattle, and the sky god Enkai by feeding and protecting them.
C
As a daughter of the Maasai tribe, the narrator makes her living feeding and protecting the cattle that are sacred to her father and the sky god Enkai.
D
The daughter of the Maasai introduces herself and the Maasai, and explains their important relationships with their cattle and the sky god Enkai.
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Why does Neiterkob’s daughter most likely tell the myth "The Beginnings of the Maasai”?

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to impress the reader with the history of the Maasai
B
to explain to the reader the origin of Maasai culture
C
to entertain the reader with the fantastic setting of where the Maasai live
D
to persuade the reader to adopt the Maasai’s affection for the sky god
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Read the passage from "The Beginnings of the Maasai.” Neiterkob was confused at first. It was one thing for an eruption to send cows flying up into the sky, but it was another problem entirely to get them down to earth again. The wise god knew how to solve the problem. Enkai grew a giant fig tree out on the plains. The tree grew rapidly, and its branches grew so high that they reached up into the heavens. One by one, Enkai sent the cattle walking down branches of the fig tree, all the way down to the roots at the ground. My father and our people accepted the cattle and began to herd them with the sticks that Enkai had given us. Now, the rest of the tribe calls my father the "Beginner of the Earth” because he mediates between Enkai and our tribe, just as he did when the cattle returned from the sky. What does the passage explain?

A
the reason for the weather
B
the origin of a people
C
a people’s culture
D
a natural phenomenon
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This question has two parts. First, answer Part 1. Then, answer Part 2. Part 1 What is the most likely reason that “The Beginnings of the Maasai” was told?

A
to explain the origins of the Maasai tribe
B
to warn Maasai children of the dangers of climbing trees
C
to explain why the Maasai people follow a vegetarian diet
D
to explain the origins of the sun
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Part 2 Which quotation best supports the correct answer to Part 1?

A
“Kamba were jealous of Neiterkob’s special relationship with Enkai and the gift of our cattle. Out of vengeance, they hewed the fig tree into little pieces.”
B
“These cattle are sacred, because they are actually a divine gift from the sky god, Enkai. Our tribe makes a living by caring for the cattle, feeding them, and protecting them.”
C
“You see, soon after I was born, a massive volcano erupted right in the middle of the cattle plains. My father tells me that the eruption was so violent that it broke the earth away from the sky and flung Enkai and all of the cattle high up into the heavens.”
D
“In the very beginning of the world, Enkai was the only god: the guardian of rain, fertility, sun, and love. With that love, Enkai birthed three sons who became the fathers of the three tribes.”
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Reread "The Beginnings of the Maasai,” and then answer the question. One purpose of "The Beginnings of the Maasai” is to explain the weather. Which excerpt best justifies this conclusion?

A
The sky god is powerful, but can change from nurturing to vengeful depending on our behavior.
B
Sometimes Enkai is Enkai Narok, the Black God, happy with us and blanketing the sky with dark clouds that pour out rain to nourish the plains.
C
In these times, the sun grows incredibly hot until the earth dries up and becomes barren.
D
My father tells me that the eruption was so violent that it broke the earth away from the sky and flung Enkai and all of the cattle high up into the heavens.
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Which excerpt from "The Beginnings of the Maasai” is the best example of a feature found in myths?

A
My job is important, so I work hard to do it well, even though the cattle can sometimes be troublesome.
B
You see, soon after I was born, a massive volcano erupted right in the middle of the cattle plains.
C
When we have rituals or community celebrations, I have to bring the cattle, because their presence is essential.
D
One by one, Enkai sent the cattle walking down branches of the fig tree, all the way down to the roots at the ground.
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Read the passage from "The Beginnings of the Maasai.” These cattle are sacred, because they are actually a divine gift from the sky god, Enkai. Our tribe makes a living by caring for the cattle, feeding them, and protecting them. What is the purpose of this passage?

A
to explain the supernatural being Enkai
B
to explain why the culture honors cattle
C
to explain where the tribe comes from
D
to explain how Enkai cares for the cattle

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