The folktale "The First Fire", The directions asked for 3-5 sentences. What were some feelings that the Yaquis had towards their gods? What in the text supports your answer? What did the gods do with the fire? How did the gods respond? Please use evidence from the text to support your response.
In "The First Fire", the Yaquis had great reverence and awe towards their gods. The text states that the gods were "wise and powerful... far beyond ordinary creatures" and that the Yaquis offered them food and prayers. This indicates a sense of devotion and respect towards their gods. After the Yaquis managed to obtain fire, they gave it to the gods as an offering. The text says that the gods were "pleased" and accepted the fire, suggesting that they appreciated and valued the gift from the Yaquis.
