dragons in world cultures

dragon myths have been told for thousands of years in various cultures throughout the word. most people are familiar with the fire-breathing dragon on european folklore. this huge, snakelike monster is almost always portrayed as a threat to society. eventually, outraged citizens get upset, and some brave individual must step forward to battle the dreadful beast.

in medieval tales, it is usually a brave knight who volunteers to slay the dragon and free the maiden it holds captive. of course, the dragon does not want to give up without a fight. in the end, however, the knight’s effort is always successful. despite its great physical strength, the wicked dragon is eventually killed, and the knight walks away with wealth and great honor.

which detail supports the prediction that the knight who slays the dragon will win the heart of the maiden?

a. the dragon has no intention of giving up without a fight.

b. the dragon is cunning and has great physical strength.

c. the brave knight volunteers to slay the dragon.

d. the brave knight frees the dragon’s captive.