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The Iroquois Creation Myth: "The World on Turtle's Back"

Question 7 • (J. Blaum) 0231 10th Grade English 1st 9 Weeks 26-27

Based on "The World on Turtle's Back," which statement best describes the Iroquois attitude toward nature and the environment?

Answer
A
The Iroquois believed that the gods had given them control over nature.
B
The Iroquois were very fearful of the dangers of plants and animals.
C
The Iroquois believed that only plants and animals benefiting people should survive.
D
The Iroquois revered nature and valued the plants and animals that sustained them.

Explanation

In “The World on Turtle’s Back,” the natural world is treated with respect, and plants and animals provide essential gifts that help people live. This shows that the Iroquois revered nature and valued the plants and animals that sustained them. The story does not portray them as controlling nature or wanting to eliminate living things that were not useful to people.

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