Question

Tony read the following passage in a myth:

Young Krishna and his friends played in the fields all day as they watched the calves. One day, as they played, Agasura, an eight-mile long snake, lay down on the path. Agasura opened his mouth widely, determined to swallow Krishna and his friends. The great snake’s enormous mouth looked just like a cave. His tongue looked like a path, and his breath seemed like an eerie warm breeze.

In a footnote, Tony learned that Agasura is a servant of the evil King Kamsa, who is determined to kill the child, Krishna.

What useful background information does the footnote provide?

A.
It tells that snakes are worshipped in this culture.

B.
It tells that in this culture, the killing of humans is allowed.

C.
It tells that this culture has great respect for children.

D.
It tells that in this culture, nobility, or being a king, does not always make one good.

Answer 1

I would venture to say that D. makes the most sense. All of the answers seem relevant but the last one seems to have the most information pertaining to the footnote. Hope this helps!

Answer 2

Answer:

D. It tells that in this culture, nobility, or being a king, does not always make one good.

Explanation:

Myth refers to the tales and stories which flourish in a culture. It consists of a narrative which involves supernatural beliefs and contains religious beliefs. In the above myth, the footnotes given provide the information to Tony that Kings and nobility aren't always good and wise. The myth about Krishna and the evil King Kamsa is told in the excerpt. It becomes clear to the reader that the King was evil.