Answer to Question #113752 in English for Deon

Question

What inferences can be made about this culture’s view of death?

A.
They had a negative view of it, even dreaded it: “The country of the souls is underneath us, toward the sunset; the trail leads through a dim twilight.”
B.
They were indifferent and almost ignored it: “The path winds along until it meets another road which is a shortcut used by the shamans when trying to intercept a departed soul.”
C.
They had a positive view of it, even celebrated it: “The people are delighted to see the newcomer, take him up on their shoulders, run around with him, and make a great noise.”
D.
They were saddened by it, even dreaded it: “Three guardians are stationed along this road, one on either side of the river and the third at the end of the path. Some souls pass the first two of these, only to be turned back by the third . . . ”

Answer 1

They were saddened by it, even dreaded it: “Three guardians are stationed along this road, one on either side of the river and the third at the end of the path. Some souls pass the first two of these, only to be turned back by the third . . . ”