“The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” is considered an example of American mythology. Which statement best summarizes how the passage’s central theme of gluttony allows for this creation of mythology?

A. Mythology cannot exist without eager consumers who are willing to believe.
B. An American mythology can only arise in an affluent community where the people are naturally gluttonous.
C. The perpetuation of an American mythology relies on those who love to tellgossip.
D. A mythology must include stories that are attractive to consume.