English, 09.11.2020 21:20 kyrarix

Read the excerpt from the Maori creation myth. Even now, Papa and Rangi continue to express their love for one another. When the mist rises from the earth, it moves to Rangi as a measure of Papa’s affection. When dew falls to coat the ground, it is Rangi’s tears for his wife.

Read the excerpt from the Haida creation myth.

The chief tried to catch the moon before it escaped, but it was too late. He resolved not to let the child have anything else to play with. Instead, he decided, his daughter would just have to give it away to another woman.

Based on these excerpts, how do the Maori and Haida view the spirits of the sky?

The Maori view Rangi as gentle, while the Haida see Sky Chief as controlling.
The Maori view Rangi as vengeful, while the Haida see Sky Chief as protective.
The Maori view Rangi as weak, while the Haida see Sky Chief as aggressive.
The Maori view Rangi as powerful, while the Haida see Sky Chief as generous.

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