In a historical novel, Iktomi tries to hone his leadership skills by
bossing the other children around. He is a talented tracker and hunter,
but his overpowering personality is disliked by others. When is time
for his community to choose a young man to represent them at an
important festival, Iktomi is heartbroken to not be selected. Instead, a
boy who has taught others to make snowshoes is chosen.
In part of the story, Iktomi asks if the other boy will teach him to make
snowshoes. Which statement best explains how this plot event develops the
theme that people prefer to follow those who treat them with respect?
O A. It shows that even arrogant people eventually accept leaders who
are helpful to others,
OB. It shows that the greatest friendships sometimes begin as
competition and rivalry
OC. It shows that adults generally favor children who are kind to others
over those who are merely talented.
OD. It shows that when survival is on the line, ability is more important
than popularity