Which quote from the Constitution most strongly supports the correct answer to Question 5?

Answer choices for the above question

A. “All Lords of the Five Nations Confederacy must be honest in all things. They must not idle or gossip, but be men possessing those honorable qualities that make true royaneh.”

B. “There shall you sit and watch the Council Fire of the Confederacy of the Five Nations, and all the affairs of the Five Nations shall be transacted at this place before you, Adodarhoh, and your cousin Lords, by the Confederate Lords of the Five Nations.”

C. “The Mohawk Lords will then report the standing of the case to the Firekeepers, who shall render a decision as they see fit in case of a disagreement by the two bodies, or confirm the decisions of the two bodies if they are identical.”

D. “The people who wish to convey messages to the Lords in the Confederate Council shall do so through the War Chief of their Nation. It shall ever be his duty to lay the cases, questions and propositions of the people before the Confederate Council.”

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To determine which quote from the Constitution most strongly supports the correct answer to Question 5, it would be essential to know the specific context or question that "Question 5" refers to. However, based on the quotes provided, each option pertains to governance and the duties of various roles within the Confederacy of the Five Nations. Here's a brief analysis of each:

A. This quote emphasizes the character and integrity of the Lords within the Confederacy, indicating the importance of personal honor and virtue in leadership.

B. This quote highlights the procedural aspect of the Confederacy, noting where council meetings are held and which authorities are involved.

C. This quote discusses the role of the Mohawk Lords and the Firekeepers in resolving disputes, stressing the importance of their decision-making authority within the governance structure.

D. This quote outlines the process of how the common people's concerns are communicated to the Council, showing the link between the people and their representation.

If you can provide the context or specific wording of Question 5, I can give a more focused answer on which quote would most strongly support it.