"Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" Examples of Chivalry and the story as a Medieval Romance. Short essay

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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight has many examples of chivalry in it. One of those examples is when Sir Gawain takes the challenge presented to King Arthur. (ll 342-343) This is an example of the first part in the Code of Chivalry. This same event is also an example of the second part of the Code of Chivalry, responsibility to the king. The Code of Chivalry states that knights are to have respect for the Christian faith. This is shown by the reference to God. (l 326) 38-40 Being generous is also a part of the code. King Arthur shows this with the party he is throwing. (ll 38-40). The code also says that knights should be brave in battle, Sir Gawain shows this bravery by standing in front of the Green Knight without fear. (l 2257) As you can see, there are many examples of chivalry in Sir Gawian and the Green Knight.

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is also a prime example of a Medieval Romance. It conveys a since in the supernatural in Queen Morgan. (l 2446) The story also gives a glamorous portrayal of castle life with the description of the party. (ll 342-343) The story also presents chivalric ideals throughout, which is one of the requirements for a work to be considered a medieval romance. Medieval Romances are also to be filled with adventures. The story itself is an adventure filled with knights, kings, and many other medieval things. These things combined make Sir Gawain and the Green Knight a great example of a Medieval Romance.

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is an example of a Medieval Romance. The story, throughout, also has the characters following the Code of Chivalry which was enforced during this time, and it was considered a...