Read this story from The Way to Rainy Mountain.

Question

Once there was a man who owned a fine hunting horse. It was black and fast and afraid of nothing. When it was turned upon an enemy it charged in a straight line and struck at full speed; the man need have no hand upon the rein. But, you know, that man knew fear. Once during a charge he turned that animal from its course. That was a bad thing. The hunting horse died of shame (70).

What aspect of this story most clearly defines it as a myth?

A. The story emphasizes the weakness of humans.

B. The story teaches a lesson.

C. The story is deeply personal.

D. The story tells of a character's fall from a high position.

Answer 1

B. The story teaches a lesson.