Question

what does the myth attempt to explain? select four options.
□ why the maasai herd cattle
□ why there is rain and drought
□ why caring for cattle can be troublesome
□ why a volcano erupts in the middle of the cattle plains
□ how the maasai interact with nature
□ what the relationship is between supernatural beings and humans

Explanation:

Traditional Maasai myths typically focus on explaining their core livelihood practices, environmental phenomena, their connection to the natural world, and the link between humans and supernatural forces. These four options align with common themes in such myths, while the other two (troubles of cattle care, volcano eruptions) are not central explanatory focuses of standard Maasai origin/ explanatory myths.

Answer:

• why the Maasai herd cattle
• why there is rain and drought
• how the Maasai interact with nature
• what the relationship is between supernatural beings and humans