Read the excerpt from "Perseus." This radiant personage [Hermes] told [Perseus] that before he attacked Medusa he must first be properly equipped, and that what he needed was in the possession of the nymphs of the North. To find the nymphs’ abode, they must go to the Gray Women who alone could tell them the way.

Which characteristics of a Greek hero are shown in this excerpt? Select three responses.

taking a long journey
getting help from a powerful being
fighting a strong antagonist
being skilled at reciting poetry
having a character flaw
owning special weaponry

Taking a long journey.

Getting help from a powerful being.

Fighting a strong antagonist.

Explanation:

A Greek mythologies, the hero is depicted as a character of normal stature who has to undergo hazardously and oftentimes, long journeys to prove his worth. The involvement of powerful beings like gods and goddesses providing assistance to the hero also plays a huge part in the hero's characterization. Similarly, fighting against a strong antagonist also characterizes the hero.

In the myth of Perseus, the hero Perseus had to fight Medusa, after going through a long journey. And in that mission, he was helped by Hermes and his sister Athena, who provided him with a polished shield to prevent Perseus from being turned into a stone.

Thus, the correct answers are the first, second, and third options.