What enables <a data-internal-link data-link-type="Character" href="https://www.supersummary.com/d-aulaires-book-of-greek-myths/major-character-analysis/#672361">Zeus</a> to achieve and maintain his position at the head of the Olympian pantheon? In addressing this topic, draw on at least three specific examples.

Describing the end of Io’s life, the authors write, “Poor Io’s sufferings had not all been in vain” (33). What is the significance of suffering in the myths? Draw on at least three different instances of suffering in examining this topic.

Discuss what Medusa’s head symbolizes in her myth. How does its symbolic meaning apply to mortals throughout the collection?

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