The Legend of King Arthur
The Middle AgesRomantic Literature
Could you be a Knight? 7 Qualities of a Knight
nobility courage fairness courtesy respect for women protection for the poor loyalty
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ArchetypeIs a pattern in literature that is found in a variety of works from different cultures. An archetype can be a plot, a character and image, or a setting.
Legend An imaginative story handed down for
generations and believed to have a historical basis, with retelling variations may occur. Like myths, legends may incorporate supernatural elements and magical deeds. Legends claim to be about real human beings.
Squire
Acted chiefly as a servant to his master while training for knighthood. They rode at their master’s side in battle and took charge of prisoners.
JoustA combat with lances between two knights on horseback.
Coat of Arms
A shield with heraldic emblems used to identify battle groups/families.
Camelot
Legendary kingdom of King Arthur and his court.
ExcaliburKing Arthur’s sword
Avalon
The place where Arthur is said to have been taken to be healed.
Chivalry
A code of brave and courteous conduct for knights in the Middle Ages. Knights were to be warriors and gentlemen. The code also includes courage, honesty, loyalty, generosity, and kindness.
Bravery Loyalty and
devotion Virtue Chivalry and the
heroic tradition Wars, jousts, and
contests
Idealized noble characters Exaggerated or larger-than-life
behavior A hero’s journey or quest Supernatural or magical elements Unusual or exotic settings Incidents involving hidden or mistaken
identity
Create your own coat of arms using symbols from the language of heraldry worksheet
King Uther Pendragon Duke of Tintagil Lady Igraine Sir Ulfius Merlin the Prophet Sir Brastius Sir Jordanus Sir Ector Sir Kay Arthur
Uther ArthurCourageHonestyLoyaltyGenerosityKindness
Determine and record which of the traits apply to Uther and which apply to Arthur. How do these two men compare?Which character better illustrates the chivalric traits of a knight? Respond in a few sentences using examples from the story below the chart.