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The World on the Turtle’s Back Iroquois Myth

What are the most important things you learned about the values and way of life of the Iroquois from reading this myth? Consider: their attitude toward nature, their view of the gods, important food, rituals, and games, the roles of men and women

Literary Analysis A creation myth explains how the universe, earth, and life began. Like all myths, creation myths can be viewed as religious, presenting the cosmic views of the cultural groups that create them. According to the scholar Joseph Campbell, myths have four functions: 1. to instill a sense of awe toward the mystery of the universe 2. to explain the workings of the natural world 3. to support and validate social customs 4. to guide people through the trials of living Do you think “The World on the Turtle’s Back” serves the functions of myths noted by Campbell? Use support for your responses.