Question

independent practice
why does the iroquois constitution use symbols from nature to convey important ideas?
a. the author wants to use symbols that would seem important to the other nations.
b. the iroquois teach by oral storytelling rather than by written language.
c. the iroquois people depend on nature and understand its effect on everyday life.
d. only symbols from nature can convey such important political ideas.

Explanation:

To answer this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The question is about the Iroquois Constitution, not the author's intent for other nations, so A is incorrect.
• Option B: The question is about using nature symbols, not teaching methods (oral vs. written), so B is incorrect.
• Option C: If the Iroquois depend on and understand nature's effect on daily life, using nature symbols to convey ideas makes sense (as they relate to their lived experience with nature).
• Option D: The word "only" is too extreme; other symbols could also convey political ideas, so D is incorrect.

Answer:

C. The Iroquois people depend on nature and understand its effect on everyday life.