Check Understanding: Atalanta

Learn about the amazing ancient athlete Atalanta in this worksheet on a prominent Greek myth! Students will read about how Princess Atalanta, who ran faster than any other woman or man, was finally bested in a race. They’ll answer a series of comprehension questions about what happened in the passage.

This second-grade worksheet is the perfect choice for any young reader interested in Greek mythology! Students will practice important reading comprehension skills while also developing their knowledge of ancient legends.

For more reading comprehension practice, check out Read for Understanding: Rosa to the Rescue, Read and Understand Folktales: Two Goats on a Bridge, and Read and Understand Folktales: An Ant’s Voice.