Sir Gareth

What does Gareth want to do when he asks King Arthur to make him a knight?

• To become famous among all knights

• To secretly prove his courage by helping others

• To defeat the Green Knight like Sir Gawain

• To rule over Castle Perilous

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How does the narrator help us understand Gareth’s feelings?

• By telling us exactly what Gareth thinks and says

• By only describing the other knights’ actions

• By explaining how Lynette feels about Gareth

• By showing how the Black Knight thinks

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What does the word “damsel” most likely mean in the sentence, “a beautiful young damsel came into Arthur’s hall”?

• A young lady or noblewoman

• A knight in shining armor

• A castle guard

• A servant in the kitchen

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In the phrase “Lynette... had cheeks as pink as apple blossoms,” what does “as pink as apple blossoms” most likely describe?

• Her sadness

• Her strength

• Her rosy, healthy cheeks

• Her age

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Why do you think Gareth asks to be made a knight in secret and not tell the other knights his name?

• He is shy and does not want to be noticed yet

• He is afraid he won’t be a good knight

• He wants to surprise others by proving his skills first

• He doesn’t like King Arthur

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What does the phrase “as brave as a lion” most likely suggest about Gareth?

• He is very strong physically

• He is courageous and fearless

• He is quick to run away

• He likes animals

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Why might Lynette have been surprised by Gareth’s actions during the quest?

• She wanted him to return home

• She knew he was a famous knight

• She thought he was too young to be brave

• She expected him to refuse the quest

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What is the main reason Gareth keeps his identity a secret at first?

• He does not trust King Arthur

• He is afraid of the other knights

• He hopes to earn respect through his deeds, not his name

• He wants to avoid being recognized by his family

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