Question

the idea that the voice in \twelfth song of thunder\ seems to be all around suggests that the navajo

feel a connection to the entire natural world.
have the ability to communicate with grasshoppers and other animals.
have too many puddles of rainwater on their land.
are unappreciative of the connection between all living things.

Explanation:

Analyze the poem's context

Using the Navajo Oral Tradition knowledge point
The "Twelfth Song of Thunder" is a traditional Navajo chant that celebrates the natural world, particularly the life-giving rain and thunder. The repetition of voices sounding "all around" emphasizes the omnipresence of nature.

Evaluate the options

Using the Navajo Oral Tradition knowledge point

• Option 1: Feeling a connection to the entire natural world aligns with the spiritual and ecological harmony central to Navajo culture.
• Option 2: Literal communication with grasshoppers misinterprets the poetic symbolism.
• Option 3: Having "too many puddles" is a literal, non-poetic reading.
• Option 4: Being "unappreciative" directly contradicts the celebratory tone of the song.

Answer:

• feel a connection to the entire natural world. (Correct answer)
• have the ability to communicate with grasshoppers and other animals.
• have too many puddles of rainwater on their land.
• are unappreciative of the connection between all living things.