Read the excerpt from "Perseus."He waited beside her until the great snake came for its prey; then he cut its head off just as he had the Gorgon's. The headless body dropped back into the water; Perseus took Andromeda to her parents and asked for her hand, which they gladly gave him.
Answer
A
The tradition of Greek heroes showing stubbornness.
B
The expectation of men to perform brave deeds.
C
The role of the gods in determining human fate.
D
The importance of seeking approval for marriage.
Explanation
Perseus waits for the sea monster and kills it to rescue Andromeda, then asks her parents for permission to marry her. The excerpt emphasizes his courageous deed, reflecting the expectation that men perform brave acts. Although he seeks her parents’ approval, that is not the main focus of the passage.
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