Question

which reason best explains why \the beginnings of the maasai\ can be classified as a myth?
○ it has fantastic features that help to explain the reason for the maasai’s traditions.
○ it has supernatural features that help to explain the volcanic eruption in the maasai’s home.
○ it has supernatural features that help to explain the conflict with the maasai’s cattle.
○ it has fantastic features that help to explain the purpose of the maasai’s weather.

Explanation:

Myths often have fantastic/supernatural elements explaining cultural traditions. "The Beginnings of the Maasai" as a myth should explain Maasai traditions. The first option says it has fantastic features explaining their traditions, which fits myth's role. Other options focus on specific events (eruption, cattle conflict, weather) not core to tradition explanation.

Answer:

A. It has fantastic features that help to explain the reason for the Maasai’s traditions.