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Sugar Changed the World, Part 2: Central Ideas

Question 9 • OK-English II

Read the passage from Sugar Changed the World.The Hindu writings tell us of a religion in which fire was extremely important. People believed that the gods gave fire to human beings. Yet fire was also a way for humans to reach the gods. By placing offerings in a special fire, a priest could turn them into smoke and send them on to the gods. Five ingredients were selected for this special burning: milk, cheese, butter, honey, and sugar cane.

Answer
A
For sacrifices to gods, ancient Hindus chose materials that burned easily.
B
Sugar cane was the most important material that ancient Hindus sacrificed.
C
If fire was important to ancient Hindus, then food must have been important.
D
Hindu people must have valued the five substances they used as sacrifices.
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