Question

ng geography and dance in north american indigenous cultures
the passage is an adaptation of an account by a non - hopi spectator describing the hopi snake dance in 1927.
the dancers from both groups have distinct body paint patterns. they are shirtless, with their faces almost covered in black but with white - painted foreheads. white paint also covers their forearms and lower legs. their long black hair holds a bunch of eagle feathers, and some men sport necklaces made of turquoise and silver. they all wear a deep, earth - toned kilt highlighted by a vibrant strip at its base. a finely crafted rain sash dangles from their waist. behind their right knee, they have tortoise shell rattles, and their feet are covered in dark brown moccasins.
based on the passage, how do the hopi people use the snake dance to connect to their environment?
by leaving their upper arms and upper legs bare
by using natural objects as decorative ornaments
by performing the dance under the light of the moon
by using paint colors that reflect the changing seasons

Explanation:

The passage mentions that the dancers have eagle feathers in their hair, necklaces made of turquoise and silver, and tortoise shell rattles. These are all natural objects used as decorative ornaments.

Answer:

by using natural objects as decorative ornaments