How does the king of Calydon contribute to the central conflict in "Atalanta: the Fleet-Footed Huntress"? He encourages Atalanta to sew with the women instead of hunt; this puts Atalanta at odds with the expectations of society.
O He suggests that Atalanta is not strong enough to hunt; this shows that her society perceives women as weak.
He recommends that Atalanta marry Hippomenes; this shows that he thinks women belong in the home.
O He forces the men to hunt with Atalanta; this shows that he is a tolerant and accepting man.