English 12 Test Review Le Morte d'Arthur

"Alas for this fateful day!" exclaimed King Arthur..

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Both King Arthur and Sir Modred suspected the other of treachery..

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What definition most closely matches the word bandy

Definition 3: to give and take

Which definition most closely matches the way assail is used in paragraph 67

Definition 4

The authors purpose in paragraph 139 is to

Dispel any rumors that Authur is still alive, and to help his legacy continue

Find a statement from the test in which Launcelot demonstrates the chivalric ideals of the romance genre and explain your findings

"I will never strike a Launcelot to Gawain in order to hold to the idealized notion of chivalry

Rewrite this line in the active voice: The sword was thrown into the water by Sir Bedivere and was caught by a hand that appeared from below the surface

Bedivere threw the sword into the water, and a hand caught it

Describe two elements of Romantic literature that you believe are prominent in Le Morte d'Arthur

Code of Chivalry- When Launcelot shows mercy on the wounded Magic- The potion give to Gawain makes him stronger until noon

What does the tone of Launcelot's dialogue in paragraph 21 suggest about his character and motivation

He follows the code of Chivalry and is reluctant to fight with his comrade.

How does Launcelot moral dilemma regarding Arthur affect the plot

He has an affair with Gwynevere, but he saves her from burning at the stake putting him in a better place with Arthur

What does the conflict between Sir Modred and the Archbishop of Canterbury reveal about Modreds character and the larger theme presented?

He has no respect for spiritual authority, doesn't reflect the values of his soceity, and is power hungry- will do anything to be king!

Write a brief summary of this portion of Le Morte d'Arthur

Launcelot and Arthur don't want to fight because they are friends. Gawain makes Launcelot fight anyways. Launcelot beats him nearly to death. A bloodier battle happens. Mordred greeds Arthur dies. His legend lives.

What effect do Sir Gawain's motives have on this part of the narrative

Launcelot kills Gawains brothers Authur's nephews and so he wants revenge

... one of the soldiers was bitten in the foot by an adder..

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Sir Lucas and Sir Bedivere were commissioned to make a treaty with Sir Modred

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