Question

select the true statement. (one answer.)
to be \deified\ means to become a god/goddess. hiaka is strengthened and deified because of her journey and her back - n - forth battle with pele. she becomes the goddess of regeneration and regrowth as represented by the new life springing from the devastation of a lava flow.
to be \deified\ means to become a god/goddess. hiaka is strengthened and deified because she completely defeats pele. hiiaka becomes the goddess of one kind of lava, but lets pele remain the goddess of another kind.

Explanation:

The term "deified" means to be regarded as a god or goddess. In Hawaiian mythology, Hi'aka's journey and battles contribute to her deification. She is associated with regeneration and regrowth from lava - flow devastation, which is a well - known aspect of her mythological story. There is no mention of her completely defeating Pele and dividing lava - goddess roles as described in the second option.

Answer:

To be "deified" means to become a god/goddess. Hi'aka is strengthened and deified because of her journey and her back - n - forth battle with Pele. She becomes the goddess of regeneration and regrowth as represented by the new life springing from the devastation of a lava flow.