The myths of any society serve to explain their values; by examining a people's favorite _

Explanation

Correct Answer: E. storiesExplanation: The sentence suggests that myths serve to explain a people's values by examining their favorite stories.Why other options are not correct:- A. legends: "Legends" is a synonym of "myths" and is fitting in the context.- B. pastimes: "Pastimes" is not fitting in the context of explaining values through myths.- C. occupations: "Occupations" is not fitting in the context of explaining values through myths.- D. rituals: "Rituals" is not fitting in the context of explaining values through myths.