Answers PPS-PA-Common Core English 3A-CR Suspense and Horror: Gothic Writing across TimeQuestion 13

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Suspense and Horror: Gothic Writing across Time

Question 13 • PPS-PA-Common Core English 3A-CR

Why is "The Origin of the Robin" considered a creation myth?

Answer

A

It describes an ancient ritual that had unexpected results.

B

It illustrates Iroquois views on honor and loyalty.

C

It is about a boy who changes into a robin.

D

It explains how the first robin came into existence.

Explanation

A creation myth explains how something in the world began or came into existence. “The Origin of the Robin” tells how the first robin came into existence, so choice D is correct. The story may also involve a boy changing into a robin, but that event is how it explains the bird’s origin.

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