In the articles "Aboriginal Australians and Dreamtime Creation Myths" and "The Birth-Time of the Gods," a creation deity descends into the dark regions under the earth.

How does the story of Yhi contrast to what happens to Izanami?

Responses:

A. Yhi is held captive by the underworld ruler, while Izanami uses her light to defeat them.
B. Yhi uses her travels in the underworld to create insects, while Izanami brings lost souls back up to the earth.
C. Yhi's heat and light easily defeat the evil spirits, while Izanami is held prisoner by the ruler of the underworld.
D. Yhi is able to trick the evil spirits into letting her escape, while Izanami is rescued by Izanagi.

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