on that they will allow him to marry her. The king and queen agreed at once, and Andromeda was saved from death. He took Andromeda to his homeland. At that time, a discus-throw competition was going on at Larissa. Perseus joined in, and when it was his turn to throw the discus, he threw it mightily and accidentally hit an old man in the audience. It was learned that his grandfather, King Acrisius, was the one hit by the discus.

Activity 1: Comprehension Check

After reading the selection, let us test your understanding.

Directions: Answer the following questions.

1. What is the "dreadful oracle" delivered to King Acrisius?
2. What adventure did Polydectes suggest that Perseus had to undertake?
3. List three perilous encounters that Perseus experienced during his adventure.
4. Explain how the oracle was given to King Acrisius and fulfilled.
5. What was Polydectes' true motive in sending Perseus to kill Medusa?
6. Perseus beheaded Medusa, yet her head continued to have power. Explain how the evil Gorgon's head became beneficial to Perseus.
7. What heroic characteristics does Perseus have?