Based on the primary source, which of these statements best describes why the Iroquois used a tree as a symbol in the Iroquois Constitution?
Roots have spread out from the Tree of the Great Peace, one to the north, one to the east, one to the south and one to the west. The name of these roots is The Great White Roots and their nature is Peace and Strength. If any man or any nation outside the Five Nations shall obey the laws of the Great Peace and make known their disposition to the Lords of the... they shall be welcomed to take shelter beneath the Tree of the Long Leaves.
-The Iroquois Constitution
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• Trees have many branches, as do peace alliances.
• Trees, like peace treaties, are sometimes weak and cannot weather storms.
• Trees, like peace treaties, can stand up to any storm.
• Trees have strong roots and can provide protection for all those who are part of the alliance.