The land is obviously significant to the Pueblo Indian culture. Therefore, when they see white people take no consideration for it and use massive weapons to get what they want, it causes inevitable tension. Silko contrasts the two cultures because they each have a unique perspective on human existence in nature (white people believe they are more important than nature and Pueblos believe they are a part of nature). One of the most interesting ways she does this is by using Tayo, who is both Pueblo and white, and depicting his inner conflict between cultures. Throughout his journey, he remembers the stories that describe nature in order to guide him to his destination. In the end, the ceremony opens his eyes to the way the world is changing and he resolves his inner conflict. There is not necessarily one right answer to where human beings belong in nature because the line is blurred.
