The correct answer is A. delightful.
A comely young maiden is one who is attractive and pleasing to look at. She is also likely to be kind, charming, and intelligent. The prince would have been drawn to her beauty and her good qualities.
The other options are not as accurate descriptions of a comely young maiden.
B. pretty is a more general term that could be used to describe any young woman who is attractive. It does not necessarily convey the same sense of charm and intelligence as comely.
C. homely is a negative term that means unattractive or plain. It would not be used to describe a young woman who is the object of a
prince’s affections.D. elegant is a word that describes someone who is refined and stylish. It could be used to describe a comely young maiden, but it is not the most essential quality that would attract a prince to her.