Explain the presence of xoloitzcuintlis in Indian burial mounds.

Indians believed xoloitzcuintlis would guide their souls to the underworld.

Indians looked at Xoloitzcuintlis as a symbol of eternal life.

Indians believed they would live again as Xoloitzcuintlis in the next life.

Indians were convinced xoloitzcuintlis would protect and guard their tombs.

Answer: Indians believed xoloitzcuintlis would guide their souls to the underworld.

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Answer is Option A: Indians believed xoloitzcuintlis would guide their souls to the underworld.

Explanation:

"Xoloitzcuintli' is a breed of dog whose size ranges from small to medium developed by Aztecs. They have erect ears and long tails. The native people believed that the Xolo would safeguard their home from evil spirits and intruders. Earlier, Xolos were sacrifiess and buried with their owners. They were believed that they would guide their the soul on the 'journey to the underworld'. These dogs were consumed in ceremonies like marriages and funerals.

Natives of Mexico used to keep Xolo dogs as their companions at home and even for hunting. Still, Xolo dogs is the 'national dog of Mexico'.