Final answer:
The Tdiepeigah society, a warrior society within the Kiowa Tribe, is the closest correct answer to who first performed the Ute Gourd Dance, as none of the other options accurately reflect the historical origins of this dance.
Step-by-step explanation:
The first performers of the Ute Gourd Dance were the Kiowa Tribe, but this tribe is not listed in the options provided in the question. The Tdiepeigah was a warrior society within the Kiowa, who are credited with the origin of the Gourd Dance, making the first option the closest correct answer if we account for historical context. The Gourd Dance is an expression of celebration and is traditionally performed by male members of the tribe during significant tribal events. It is important to distinguish the Gourd Dance from other indigenous ceremonies such as the Ghost Dance and the Sun Dance, which were performed by other tribes and served different cultural and religious purposes.