Sir Gawain and the Green Knight Flashcards
What is the setting of this legend?
Christmas time in Camalot
How do the knights celebrate Christmas?
Fifteen days of events
How would you describe the relationship of the knights to each other?
Happy to be together. Really close friends.
What qualities do king Arthurs knights possess?
Bravery, honor and courage
What is the first part of the green knights challenge?
Cut off my head
What is the second part of the challenge?
Honor the green knights request
What seems strange about the green knights proposal?
He is going to die
What is the result of sir Garwains first blow?
His head falls off
What happens after the knight picks up his head?
He gets on his horse and his eyes open
What does the Green knight say to Garwain?
Come to the green chapel in one year and a day and he will be repaid for what happened to the green knight.
