Who did apollo ( greek god ) beat and why, who did they lose to and why?

Bonus question: according to wikipedia, in chinese philosophy yin and yang "describes how seemingly opposite or contrary forces may actually be complementary, interconnected, and interdependent." what are some examples from the story that amy tan may have intentionally incorporated elements of yin and yang philosophy into this story? select 2.

Why do drivers have difficulty seeing side traffic at t-intersections in rural areas?

What was different about warfare in the early 1800s and early 1900s?