Historical analysis of the Epic of Deganawidah has revealed that

A) most Indians did not accept the epic as anything more than a fanciful tale.
B) Indians did not practice slavery. as it was against the regulations set forth in the Epic.
C) the Epic sets forth the importance and significance of the ritual of exchanging gifts.
D) most Indians believed it was honorable to kill captives immediately.

The Epic of Deganawidah, significant in Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) culture, emphasizes the importance of peace, unity, and the power of coming together. One of its aspects involves the ritual of exchanging gifts, which is a practice meant to solidify relationships and peace among the different tribes. This is reflective of the broader values the epic promotes, such as cooperation and the maintenance of social bonds.