The Odyssey: Theme Development, Part 6 — Unit test
Question 15 • English 9 A
Read the passage from "The Beginnings of the Maasai.”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. Enkai gave each tribe a gift to help them succeed in their new home. Upon the Father of the Kikuyu, Enkai bestowed a hoe to cultivate the plains. To the Father of the Kamba, Enkai gifted a bow and arrow so his people could hunt wild animals in the forests and plains. To my father, Neiterkob, the Father of the Maasai, Enkai gave a stick.
Answer
A
to show why the tribes dislike each other
B
to show why the tribes admire each other
C
to show the Maasai’s view that each tribe has a purpose
D
to show the Maasai’s view that some tribes are inferior
Explanation
The passage describes Enkai giving each tribe a different gift suited to what its people would do: the Kikuyu receive a hoe for farming, and the Kamba receive a bow and arrow for hunting. This suggests that each tribe has its own role or purpose. The best answer is C, “to show the Maasai’s view that each tribe has a purpose.”
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